Undergraduate Intern, Legal

U.S. Comm For Refuge • Raleigh, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The USCRI Undergraduate Intern, Legal will assist USCRI legal offices with administrative and operational tasks. The successful candidate must be committed to immigration and human rights issues and be able to conduct advocacy, education, and other outreach activities.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year undergraduate program.
• Proficient in data entry and data management.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint), Adobe Acrobat, and database programs
• Excellent written, oral, and speaking communication skills in English.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills and ability to meet goals and deadlines in fast-paced environment
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and independently with a high-level of self-motivation (with a proactive approach to assignments, to address needs when noticed or received)
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and accomplish work assignments
• Attention to detail and quality of work outputs
• Positive attitude, can-do approach, and pleasant, diplomatic manner

Nice To Haves

• Dedication to human rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and displaced people
• Spanish-language proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and triage incoming communications, including physical mail and multiple email inboxes.
• Conduct intake and follow-up screening calls with potential clients, gather relevant information, and accurately enter data into case management systems.
• Assist with case closures for completed legal projects, including preparing files for closure, updating records, and ensuring documentation is complete.
• Prepare and mail client files and correspondence, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with office procedures.
• Provide general office and administrative support, such as document organization, filing, data entry, and assisting staff with day-to-day operational needs.
• Develop and maintain referral lists for local services and community resources, and provide referrals to clients when appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree