Legal Intern

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), is a non-governmental, not-for-profit international organization with a mission to protect the rights and address the needs of persons in migration by advancing fair and humane public policy, facilitating and providing direct professional services, and promoting the full participation of migrants in community life. For over 100 years, we have shaped history with the belief that immigrants strengthen our communities, economy and social fabric through freedom, hard work, and family unity. To learn more about our work, please go to our official website at www.refugees.org. 

OVERVIEW

The USCRI Legal Intern will assist USCRI legal offices with administrative and operational tasks. The successful candidate must be committed to immigration and human rights issues and be able to conduct advocacy, education, and other outreach activities. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and triage incoming communications, including physical mail and multiple email inboxes.
• Conduct intake and follow-up screening calls with potential clients, gather relevant information, and accurately enter data into case management systems.
• Assist with case closures for completed legal projects, including preparing files for closure, updating records, and ensuring documentation is complete.
• Prepare and mail client files and correspondence, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with office procedures.
• Provide general office and administrative support, such as document organization, filing, data entry, and assisting staff with day-to-day operational needs.
• Develop and maintain referral lists for local services and community resources, and provide referrals to clients when appropriate.

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions.  All job duties indicated are not be considered an exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s). 

REQUIREMENTS

• Due to the nature of this work, this is an in-person internship in Atlanta, GA, ideally 12-20hr/week.
• Dedication to human rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and displaced people
• Currently enrolled in a ABA-accredited law school or a 2-year or 4-year undergraduate program.
• Proficient in data entry and data management.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint), Adobe Acrobat, and database programs
• Excellent written, oral, and speaking communication skills in English. A second language is a plus. 
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills and ability to meet goals and deadlines in fast-paced environment
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and independently with a high-level of self-motivation (with a proactive approach to assignments, to address needs when noticed or received)
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and accomplish work assignments
• Attention to detail and quality of work outputs
• Positive attitude, can-do approach, and pleasant, diplomatic manner

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Include a resume and cover letter. 
• Professional references may be requested.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lifting of boxes of files (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.
• Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
• Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic partnership status, marital status, physical or mental disability, AIDS/HIV status, age, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.