Children’s Legal Services Intern
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring an unpaid intern to assist the Children’s Legal Services team in providing services to unaccompanied youth in Maryland, working 15-37.5 hours per week in-person at the Silver Spring office.
- Role
- Children’s Legal Services Intern
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee
- Location
- Silver Spring, Maryland (in-person required)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an intern to assist the Children’s Legal Services (CLS) team in providing services to unaccompanied youth facing deportation/removal in immigration court proceedings.
What you'll do
- Assist in providing services to clients
- Perform research on various factual, legal, and social service issues
- Monitor clients' immigration court removal proceedings
- Sort, scan, and file documents in case files
- Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy
- Provide follow-up communication to clients
What it takes
- Minimum 15 hours or up to 37.5 per week
- Undergraduate level studies or equivalent experience in public service community work
- Spanish language proficiency is a plus
- Strong desire to help immigrant youth in Maryland
- Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and have high attention to detail
- Competency in Microsoft Office, data tracking, and file management
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is located in Silver Spring, Maryland, and requires in-person work.
What is the compensation for this internship?
This internship is unpaid, but interns may be eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15/day to offset the costs of food and travel.
What are the key qualifications required for this internship?
Key qualifications include 15-37.5 hours per week, undergraduate studies or equivalent experience, strong desire to help immigrant youth, and competency in Microsoft Office.
How do I apply for this internship?
To apply, click 'Apply Now' at the top of the page and attach a resume, cover letter, and a list of at least three references to your application. The deadline to apply is August 21st, 2026.
Is this internship open to non-students?
Yes, candidates not enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and outside of 12 months from graduation are welcome to apply and will be processed as volunteers.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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