Immigration Intern - Summer 2025

Assist with immigration services for clients; provide support and research.

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Overview

Assist with immigration services for clients; provide support and research.

You have:

  • Working towards a college degree related to international relief, humanitarian work or refugee law related subjects.
  • Passion to work with limited-English speaking refugees; second language proficiency a plus, Spanish strongly preferred, also seeking French, Dari, and Pashto.
  • Interest and/or work experience on U.S Immigration law and outreach knowledge; prior experience in immigration is a plus.
  • Excellent research, language, database management, and record keeping skills.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to assist someone through a difficult situation? The interviewer wants to understand your interpersonal skills and empathy. Share a specific example where you provided support and how it impacted the individual.
How do you approach research when you're unfamiliar with a subject? This question assesses your research skills and ability to seek information. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work with refugees and immigrants? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you handle a situation where a client is frustrated or upset? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Have you ever worked in a team project? What was your role? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org