Legal Internship – Detained Adult Program, Direct Representation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Support staff in advocating for detained clients during immigration proceedings.

• Perform legal research and drafting to aid detained clients seeking relief in immigration court.

• Carry out tailored research on country conditions and gather primary evidence.

• Assist in the preparation and submission of applications for immigration relief.

• Aid in legal research and case preparation for habeas corpus relief in federal courts.

• Provide interpretation and translation services when feasible.

• Communicate with clients and their families via telephone.

• Attend court hearings and/or visit clients in detention facilities.

• Engage in legal research and writing, client service and communication, as well as evidence gathering and evaluation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in law school.

• Available to commit 15-20 hours per week for a duration of 10 weeks.

• Demonstrated strong interest in human rights, social justice, and immigration rights issues.

• Exceptional research and writing abilities.

• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Possesses intellectual curiosity.

• Willingness to engage with individuals from low-income backgrounds who may have criminal histories and/or mental health challenges.

• Fluency in Spanish or an additional language is highly preferred.

• Must have access to a laptop or computer, a reliable internet connection, and a phone.

• Required to submit a cover letter, resume, a list of at least 2 references, and one writing sample in PDF format.

🏝️ Benefits

• Internships are unpaid.

• The Amica Center can assist students in obtaining internship credit.

• Limited small scholarship stipends are available through a separate application process.

• Opportunity to appear in or observe court proceedings in person.

• Chances for occasional in-office work, in-person meetings, and events.

• The Amica Center may provide access to a temporary laptop.