Policy Internship

National Immigration Law Center

. Conduct legal research . Write legal memoranda . Complete a policy and legal research project addressing current immigration rights injustices . Assist with researching and drafting pleadings and motions related to

Posted 11/10/2026internshipRemote • United StatesEntry Level💰 $19 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal research and writing skills, with a commitment to immigration rights advocacy and the mission of NILC. Engages effectively in policy discussions and litigation support while fostering an inclusive workplace.

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Legal ResearchLegal WritingImmigration AdvocacyPublic Sector CommitmentInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchLegal WritingDrafting PleadingsLitigation SupportPolicy AnalysisResearching Immigration StatutesEvidentiary IssuesWriting MemorandaConducting HearingsClient Meetings

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsDetail-OrientedProactiveCreativeAbility to Work Independently

Industry Keywords

Immigrants' Rights MovementNonprofit SectorEquitable WorkplaceCommunity EducationImpact Litigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct legal research
Write legal memoranda
Complete a policy and legal research project addressing current immigration rights injustices
Assist with researching and drafting pleadings and motions related to active litigation under an attorney’s supervision
Conduct research and writing related to litigation and other forms of immigration advocacy
Research federal and state immigration statutes and regulations, including procedural and evidentiary issues
Participate in hearings, strategy sessions, client meetings, site visits, and/or depositions
Engage in immigration policy discussions with government officials and community groups
Work with NILC attorneys and policy analysts on national policy analysis, impact litigation, community education, and advocacy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current 1L, 2L, or 3L law school student or policy graduate school student in good standing
No undergraduates will be considered
Strong academic record, demonstrated through law school and/or other postgraduate coursework
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Commitment to NILC's mission of defending and advancing the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants and their loved ones
Previous experience in the immigrants' rights movement is highly preferred
Strong desire to pursue a career in the public / nonprofit sector
Genuine interest in and commitment to helping NILC create and foster an equitable and inclusive workplace
Enthusiastic, creative, proactive, and detail-oriented
Excellent research, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Fluency or proficiency in a language other than English is a plus but not required
Applications must include a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and list of at least two professional references
Must be available full-time for a minimum of ten weeks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work
Opportunity to work alongside attorneys and policy analysts involved in national policy analysis, impact litigation, community education, and advocacy
Rich environment for legal interns to learn about the immigrants’ rights movement
Some overnight interstate travel may be required