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Legal Intern

Supervisor:

Supervising Attorney

Working Hours:

10 – 15 hours per week, minimum of one full semester

Classification:

Internship

Job Summary:

This internship offers hands-on experience with immigration law, including legal research, case preparation, and client interaction. The position is ideal for students passionate about public interest law and immigrant justice.

Qualifications:

Current law student (1L, 2L, or 3L) in good standing at an accredited law school
Commitment to social justice and interest in immigration law; prior experience working with the international population or underserved communities is a plus
Ability to provide a “trauma-informed” approach and sensitivity to working with refugees and other vulnerable populations
Knowledge of diverse cultures and/or willingness to learn cultural customs
Ability to work independently and with a team
Access to reliable transportation
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite
Strong research, writing and organizational skills
Adherence to strict guidelines regarding confidentiality

Duties And Responsibilities:

Conduct legal research on immigration law topics, including refugee and asylum statutes, Afghan Special Immigrant Visa, Temporary Protected Status and Humanitarian Parole for Ukrainians, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, and consular processing.
Draft legal memoranda, affidavits, and supporting documentation for USCIS and USCIS applications
Assist attorneys in preparing for client interviews
Participate in client intake and help maintain case files and documentation
Attend internal legal team meetings and trainings

Apply:

Fill out the Intern Application Form
Interview with the Volunteer Coordinator and Supervising Attorney

More information on the International Institute of Buffalo can be found on our website at iibuffalo.org. For additional questions, you may contact us at volunteers@iibuff.org.

The International Institute of Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected classifications in employment or any other aspect of our programs and activities. Should you require an accommodation, according to the guidelines of the ADA, please seek the counsel of Human Resources for assistance.

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