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Theirc

Immigration Intern

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

This internship is fully in-person - it isrequiredfor the intern to be in the office forthe majority ofthe internship hours. * Interest in immigration, law or international studies is a plus ...

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Immigration Intern (Spring 2026)

Silver Spring, MD

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

S Immigration law and outreach knowledge (Prior experience in immigration is a plus). * Excellent ... Internships with the IRC in Silver Spring are unpaid. Spring 2026 interns may be eligible for per ...

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How much do immigration law internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for immigration law internship in the United States is $19.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an immigration law internship?

An Immigration Law Internship is a temporary position, often for students or recent graduates, where individuals work with immigration lawyers or legal organizations to gain hands-on experience in immigration law. Interns may assist with legal research, drafting documents, client interviews, and case preparation related to visas, asylum, deportation defense, and other immigration matters. This experience helps interns develop a deeper understanding of immigration policies and legal procedures while building valuable professional skills for a future career in law.

What do I do as an immigration law intern?

As an Immigration Law Intern, you can expect to assist attorneys with legal research, drafting documents such as briefs or client correspondence, and preparing case files for immigration proceedings. Interns often interact with clients under supervision, help gather supporting documents, and observe client interviews or court hearings. The role offers a mix of administrative and substantive legal work, providing valuable exposure to real-world legal processes and direct client service in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an immigration law intern?

To thrive as an Immigration Law Intern, you need strong legal research, analytical abilities, and familiarity with immigration law, often supported by current enrollment in or completion of a law degree program. Proficiency in legal research databases such as Westlaw or LexisNexis, and familiarity with case management systems, is typically expected. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and cultural sensitivity are important soft skills that help in supporting clients and legal teams. These skills ensure effective support for attorneys, accurate case preparation, and empathetic client interactions in a highly regulated and sensitive legal environment.

What is the difference between Immigration Law Internship vs Immigration Paralegal?

AspectImmigration Law InternshipImmigration Paralegal
Required CredentialsTypically students or recent graduates, some legal courseworkParalegal certificate or relevant experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, non-profits, government agencies, often temporaryLaw firms, corporate legal departments, ongoing roles
Employer & Industry UsageInternships for training and experience in immigration lawSupport legal teams with case preparation and research

In summary, an Immigration Law Internship is a temporary, training-focused position often held by students or recent graduates to gain experience. An Immigration Paralegal is a more permanent role requiring specific skills or certifications, supporting attorneys with casework in immigration law.

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Infographic showing various Immigration Law Internship job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,159 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Supervising Attorney, Immigrant Legal Defense

National Immigrant Justice Center

Chicago, IL • On-site

$87K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

About NIJC
The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) advances human rights and due process for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers through direct legal services, impact litigation, advocacy, and public education. Headquartered in Chicago with offices in Washington, DC, Indiana, and San Diego, NIJC's team of over 100 attorneys, paralegals, and professionals, along with 2,000 pro bono attorneys, is at the forefront of immigration reform.
Job Summary:
NIJC seeks an energetic, visionary, and committed supervising attorney to join our Immigrant Legal Defense Project in our Chicago office. The team provides legal representation and counseling to immigrants appearing before the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of State (DOS), and if appropriate, before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
In this role, the supervising attorney will supervise a team of attorneys, paralegals, and interns to ensure high-quality legal services, as well as the ongoing training and professional development of team members. The supervisor will collaborate with other teams, including management, litigation, policy, and communications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Supervises legal services and oversees paralegals, attorneys, interns and support staff providing legal services including the development of case strategy, preparation, and representation before governmental agencies.
  • Ensure accurate data entry by paralegals, attorneys, and interns.
  • Oversees and reviews legal intakes; makes legal assessments and determinations regarding representation. Ensure timely case preparation, including case opening process, preparing filings, trial preparation, appeals, case closures, and other case management practices.
  • Works with a supervisory team to build a strong team and oversee the team's projects. Provides recommendations based on case trends to inform project-based strategic decisions. Maintains and develops strategic partnerships with key stakeholders.
  • Conducts factual and legal research.
  • Provides legal representation to immigrants in immigration proceedings, including before an immigration officer, an immigration judge, and before the Board of Immigration Appeals as appropriate.
  • Drafts correspondence and documents, including applications, briefs, and reports.
  • Improves delivery of legal services, including the use of technology to improve efficiency. Trains lawyers and non-lawyers in immigration law.
  • Conducts legal presentations regarding law and case(s) to NIJC staff and members of the immigrant community. Maintains accurate, thorough, and timely records.
  • Identifies trends and emerging issues and responses to issues.
  • Maintains current knowledge regarding immigration laws, policies, and procedures. Advances an anti-racist organization that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion Reacts to change productively and handles other essentials duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies:
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and adapt quickly to change.
  • Effectively manages cases ensuring accuracy, efficiency and timely decision-making in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Stays up to date on current knowledge regarding immigration laws, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to analyze the impact of laws on vulnerable populations and advocate for improved laws and policies.
  • Exhibits sound, independent legal judgment, and the ability to work autonomously while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with teammates, supervisors, and cross functional teams.
  • Demonstrates sound judgment when navigating complex, trauma-informed cases, ensuring ethical decision-making and high-quality legal advocacy.
  • Strong oral advocacy and communication skills, with the ability to effectively represent before immigration agencies, immigration courts, and, when appropriate, federal courts.
  • Adept at delivering trainings and presentations, conveying complex legal concepts to diverse audiences including legal practitioners, community partners, and impacted immigrant communities.
  • Demonstrates cultural awareness and actively contributes to an anti-racist, inclusive organizational culture.

Qualifications:
  • Education and/or Experience: Juris Doctorate; law license; and three years of experience in immigration law.
  • Language Skills: This position requires regular communication with clients in Spanish. Fluency in spoken and written Spanish is required.
  • Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Technology Knowledge/Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Abilities Statement
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
  • The person in this position occasionally needs to move about the inside of the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine.

It is the policy of NIJC not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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