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Immigration Attorney

Tysons Corner, VA · On-site

$75K - $115K/yr

Immigration experience can come from law school classes, clinics, internships, previous jobs, or personal/family experience. * Spanish proficiency is required. * Someone who is flexible, able to ...

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San Jose, CA · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Job Title: Immigration Attorney Reports to: Director of Immigration Services Classification ... Supervise or mentor junior staff, interns, or accredited representatives, as assigned * Maintain ...

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Immigration Attorney

San Jose, CA · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Job Title: Immigration Attorney Reports to: Director of Immigration Services Classification ... Supervise or mentor junior staff, interns, or accredited representatives, as assigned * Maintain ...

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How much do immigration internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for immigration internship in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Immigration Internship vs Immigration Paralegal?

AspectImmigration InternshipImmigration Paralegal
Required CredentialsTypically students or recent graduates, some may have relevant courseworkUsually requires paralegal certification or associate degree in paralegal studies
Work EnvironmentInternship programs, often in law firms, NGOs, or government agenciesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, or immigration service providers
Employer & Industry UsageUsed as entry-level training, often unpaid or for academic creditPaid position, supporting attorneys with case preparation and research

In summary, an Immigration Internship is typically a temporary, entry-level position for students or recent graduates gaining experience, often unpaid. An Immigration Paralegal is a more advanced, paid role requiring specific training or certification, with responsibilities including case management and legal research. Both roles are essential in immigration law but differ in experience level and job responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Immigration Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Immigration Intern, you need a basic understanding of immigration law, excellent research abilities, and strong written and verbal communication skills, often supported by coursework or a degree in law, political science, or international relations. Familiarity with legal research databases, case management software, and Microsoft Office is typical in this role. Attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work collaboratively make a candidate stand out. These skills and qualities are crucial for accurately supporting clients and legal teams in a complex, fast-paced immigration environment.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect during an immigration internship?

As an immigration intern, you'll typically assist with case preparation, client intake, and legal research under the supervision of licensed attorneys or case managers. Your daily tasks may include drafting documents, organizing supporting evidence, and communicating with clients from diverse backgrounds. You'll also gain exposure to the complexities of immigration law while learning to navigate government forms, deadlines, and procedures. This role offers valuable hands-on experience and often involves collaborating closely with legal professionals and clients, providing a strong foundation for a future career in immigration law or advocacy.

What are Immigration Internships?

Immigration internships are temporary positions that provide students or recent graduates with hands-on experience in the field of immigration law, policy, or services. Interns typically work with law firms, non-profit organizations, government agencies, or advocacy groups assisting with client casework, legal research, document preparation, and outreach efforts. These internships offer valuable insight into immigration processes and challenges, helping interns develop professional skills that are beneficial for future careers in law, policy, or public service.
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Infographic showing various Immigration Internship job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 73% Full Time, and 21% Part Time. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,995 per year, or $17.3 per hour.
Legal Internship, Immigration Impact LAB

Legal Internship, Immigration Impact LAB

Capital Area Immigrants Rights (CAIR) Coalition

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

Internship

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

The Amica Center for Immigrant Rights fights for the rights, safety, and unity of immigrant communities, standing with those trapped in our nation's fundamentally flawed immigration system. We engage in unwavering legal defense and strategic litigation for immigrant children and adults facing detention and deportation in the Capital Region and beyond, because everyone has the right to be free, safe, and supported.
We are seeking a 2L or 3L law student with a passion for immigrants' rights, litigation, and public interest law for a Fall internship with our Immigration Impact Lab. The Immigration Impact Lab is Amica Center's appellate and federal litigation project. Through the Lab, Amica Center responds to attacks on immigrants' rights by bringing appeals and federal district court actions with the potential to improve laws applicable to the wider immigrant community. The Legal Intern will assist our staff with representing immigrants in appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) and the U.S. Courts of Appeal. The Legal Intern will also assist our staff with class action cases, amicus briefs, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) complaints, and habeas petitions in federal district courts and U.S. Courts of Appeal.
We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2026. Our Fall Internship Program requires a commitment of at least 15 hours a week for 13 weeks, starting on or about August 31, 2026.
Internships are?unpaid; however,?Amica Center can?assist students seeking internship credit. There is also a limited number of small scholarship stipends available by separate application. More information on our scholarship fund and the application instructions is available here: https://amicacenter.org/join-the-fight/careers-internships/
Remote Work:
To keep our internships accessible to all students regardless of geographic location, all Fall 2026 internships may be remote. We encourage applicants from local law schools and those from outside the D.C. area to apply. There is no requirement that interns conduct any in-person work during their internships, but interns may have the opportunity to observe court in person if they would like to do so. For interns physically accessible to Washington, D.C., there will be opportunities for in-office work, in-person meetings, and events with staff and fellow interns.
General Responsibilities:
Appeals
The Legal Intern may assist with all aspects of our ongoing appeals at the BIA and federal circuit courts related to asylum/Convention Against Torture, the intersection of criminal and immigration law ("crimmigration"), and immigration detention, including assessing new referrals, conducting legal research, writing memoranda, and contributing to amicus and merits briefing.
Habeas Petitions
The Legal Intern may assist with drafting habeas petitions to secure the release of immigrant adults from detention, as well as preparing habeas cases for placement with pro bono partners. This assistance may include legal research, phone interviews with clients in detention, evidence collection, drafting of petitions, and collaboration with community advocacy groups.
FOIA Litigation
The Legal Intern may assist with new and ongoing litigation under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This assistance may include drafting FOIA requests and complaints, researching applicability of FOIA exemptions, and tracking/analyzing FOIA production.
Resources, Trainings, and Practice Advisories
The Legal Intern may help the Lab develop its website resources, conduct trainings, and draft practice advisories to support and educate attorneys who work with immigrants in detention. This may include working on crimmigration case analyses to assist criminal defense attorneys in Virginia and Maryland and developing our public resources that are available on our website and by request.
Qualifications:
  • A second or third-year law student at a U.S. ABA-accredited law school. Evening students are also welcome to apply
  • Ability to commit a minimum of 15 hours a week
  • Strong legal research, communication, and writing skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills and willingness to work quickly and effectively with a team
  • Experience and interest in working in immigration law, immigrants' rights, or related fields like social justice and advocacy
  • Competency and comfort in working with adults and children from low socio-economic backgrounds, with histories of trauma and previous interactions with the criminal justice system
  • Background in community organizing/political lobbying is a plus but not required
  • Spanish fluency is preferred but not required. Fluency in other languages, such as French, Portuguese, or Arabic, is welcome

Required Resources:
  • A laptop or computer
  • Reliable internet
  • A phone

*Amica Center may be able to provide access to a temporary laptop as needed.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applicants from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If relevant, please discuss in your application how your background motivates your interest in this position or otherwise affects your career goals.
To be considered for the internship, please fill out the application link below and attach the following materials in .pdf format:
  • A cover letter indicating your interest in the position. Please describe what experiences, personal and professional, have motivated you to apply.
  • A resume;
  • At least two references; and
  • A writing sample. In addition to legal memoranda and briefs, research papers and articles are accepted. Only one writing sample is required and preferred.

Please apply to ONLY ONE department within Amica Center. For example, if you apply for this internship with the Immigration Impact Lab, please do not apply for an internship with the Detained Adult Program. Please choose the department that best matches your preference, skills, and experience.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interviews may be scheduled and offers given before the deadline, so please apply as soon as you are able.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: July 31, 2026.
For any questions specific to the Lab internship position, please reach out to Immigration Impact Lab Senior Attorney, Amelia Dagen at amelia(at)amicacenter(dot)org.
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