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Immigration and Citizenship Intern

Salt Lake City

  • Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
  • Location: Salt Lake City
  • Grade: Internship - Internship
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Migration
  • Closing Date: Closed

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict.  Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

The Immigration Program at IRC in Salt Lake City assists New American clients during all stages of their immigration process. This includes assisting refugees, asylees, and all other documented immigrants with obtaining or replacing their immigration documents, petitioning to bring clients’ family members to the U.S. from abroad, and adjusting clients’ statuses to permanent resident or citizen. The IRC SLC also provides comprehensive support to clients applying for US citizenship: offering administrative support, education, and one-on-one coaching to help prepare clients for the application process.

SCOPE OF INTERN WORK:

Under the supervision of the Immigration Team, the Immigration & Citizenship Intern will play a crucial role in working with clients at all stages of their immigration process. The Intern will assist with case filing and documentation, communication with clients, researching immigration case law, preparing clients for the naturalization interview and conducting community outreach.

COMMITMENT:

Minimum of 3 months starting May 15th, 2023, 10-20 hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

            Manage Immigration Case Files and Documentation

            Compile case notes and enter data into tracking systems

            Contact clients regarding their case and upcoming appointments 

            Conduct community outreach for immigration program 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

            The Intern will gain a broad understanding of the U.S. Immigration system, Immigration law and its interaction with and effect on New Americans

            The Intern will utilize and improve both written and verbal communication skills and increase cultural understanding as they interact with New Americans of all languages and cultural backgrounds

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