Law Intern

Position Summary

Organization : New Mexico Immigrant Law Center

Location : 625 Silver Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

WHO WE ARE : NMILC is a socialjustice organization whose mission is to advance equity and justice byempowering low-income immigrant communities through collaborative legalservices, advocacy, and education.

Each year we provide direct legalrepresentation and assistance in immigration matter to thousands of immigrants.NMILC’s model focuses on establishing relationships with local, state andnational organizations and governmental institutions to expand access to legalservices to historically marginalized immigrant communities.

Under attorney supervision,interns will assist with case matters before the immigration courts andagencies, as well as state courts.

Intern responsibilities may include, but arenot limited to :

• Assisting immigrants with filing for relief, such as asylum protection, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U and T visas, and other forms of permanent relief;
• Providing Know Your Rights (KYR) presentations at ICE detention facilities, and related services to help asylum seekers achieve release from custody;
• Participating in large scale legal clinics to provide services to immigrants;
• Completing legal research projects;
• Identifying legal issues and potential forms of relief for immigrants;
• Drafting legal briefs in support of applications for relief;
• Preparing applications, motions, and other filings with courts and agencies;
• Drafting client declarations and gathering evidence in support of applications;
• Conducting intakes with individuals;

Performing administrative tasks as needed.

Environment

NMILC is an equal opportunityemployer : immigrants, transgender and gender non-binary individuals, and peopleof color are strongly encouraged to apply.

NMILC is a progressive organizationand applicants are expected to collaborate in an inclusive and diverseenvironment.

We are a group of highlydedicated and motivated individuals seeking transformative change for

our state and welcome anyonewho is interested in being part of our team.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications :

The internship is open tosecond and third year law students. Applicants must be fluentin English and Spanish, Dari or Farsi.

Applicants should have asense of humor, excellent written and oral communication skills, and interestin immigration law and advocacy, a commitment to advancing and defending thelegal rights of immigrants and refugees and should value working in a diverseand fast-paced work environment.

Applicants must be available to be physicallypresent in the Albuquerque Office.