Winter/Spring Internship - Legal Intern for Survivors of Torture Program - Unpaid

International Rescue Committee
relocation assistance
United States, Colorado, Denver
Dec 27, 2024
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. *Please note: This is an unpaid internship for those residing in the Denver/Aurora metro areas. We are unable to sponsor visas nor provide relocation assistance.* Internship Program Description: The Survivor Wellness Center at the IRC offers wrap around services to survivors of torture including clinical support and access to legal representation. The legal services department works to pair those eligible for the program with pro bono representation in their asylum, withholding of removal and protection under the Convention Against Torture cases. Offering support and mentorship to those attorneys volunteering with the program. SCOPE OF INTERN WORK: With oversight from the Asylum Programs Manager, the Survivors of Torture Immigration Legal Intern will work on a range of services pertaining to asylum, withholding of removal and protection under the Convention Against Torture including providing support to pro bono attorneys, and assisting in the creation of training and policy initiatives. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Research and prepare legal memos and materials for asylum applications, as well as other forms of immigration relief, for survivors of torture. Directly assist in the preparation of asylum applications and representation of asylum seekers * Facilitate the development and maintenance of IRC's training materials for pro bono representatives. * With oversight from the Asylum Programs Manager, prepare filings such as employment authorization applications and freedom of information act requests on behalf of survivor of torture clients * Assist with the development of community outreach strategies as needed. * Other duties as assigned. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1. The intern will gain professional experience providing technical assistance and programmatic support to the Denver IRC legal program. 2. The intern will deepen understanding of asylum law and policy 3. The intern will gain practical experience working in a fast-paced environment for a large NGO in a challenging policy environment for refugees and immigrants Minimum Qualifications: This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation for relocation, is available. REQUIREMENTS: Current or recently graduated law student Strong interest and experience working in immigration and refugee issues. Very strong written communication skills, including the ability to effectively distill and present complex information in a concise, accessible way. Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage time effectively. TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit an application on this site, a resume, cover letter (stating dates of availability and how your qualifications match those listed below) , and short writing sample Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality. Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.