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At Amica Center for Immigrant Rights, we confront the impact that the unjust immigration system has on our clients and communities through direct legal representation, impact litigation, education, and client-centered advocacy.We engage in unwavering legal defense and strategic litigation for immigrants facing detention or deportation, regardless of background, because everyone has the right to be free, safe, and supported.
We are the only non-profit organization in the Washington, D.C. area that is exclusively focused on providing legal assistance to adult and child immigrants detained bythe government in the Capital Region and beyond.Position Summary Amica Center for Immigrant Rights is looking for four undergraduate students to support our Detention Hotline, which connects noncitizen adults held in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody to Amica Center staff for legal education and legal representation.
Our Detention Hotline can receive calls from anyone detained in ICE facilities across the US, with most calls coming from individuals detained in Virginia, as well as from residents of the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia who are detained in other states.The Detention Hotline also receives calls from non-detained individuals looking for legal referrals for their loved ones or themselves.The Detention Hotline Interns will be answering and fielding calls from detained immigrants to our legal staff and fielding messages to answer their questions.
They will also conduct legal intakes with clients over the phone, which is the first step in our case distribution process.The Detention Hotline Interns will also assist with administrative tasks relating to the Detention Hotline and client services, including data entry, document translation and document translation coordination, and interpreting (depending on Spanish fluency level).This position will give students the opportunity to utilize and improve their oral Spanish skills and learn more about immigration law, specifically deportation defense.We are currently accepting intern applications for Fall 2026.
Our Fall Internship program asks for a commitment of at least 20 hours a week during normal working hours (Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM ET) for at least 12 weeks, starting on or about August 31, 2026.Applicants from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.If relevant, please discuss in your application how your background motivates your interest in this position or otherwise affects your career goals.Internships are unpaid; however, Amica Center can assist students seeking internship credit or funding.
Scholarship Opportunity Amica Center for Immigrant Rights invites all prospective interns to apply for the Amica Center Scholarship for the Fall 2026 semester.Amica Center will distribute four $1,000 tax-free* scholarships to eligible interns for the primary purpose of educational and professional development.To learn more, please visit . *Scholarship funds are intended to be used to pay for tuition and fees required for enrollment or attendance at an educational institution, or for fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for courses at the institution.
Scholarship recipients are advised to speak to a tax-expert and report the scholarship funds in their gross income to the IRS.Hybrid / Remote To keep our internships accessible to all students regardless of geographic location, all Fall 2026 internships can be completed remotely; however, we will be prioritizing candidates who are able to work in-person on a hybrid schedule from our Washington, DC office.We encourage applicants from local universities, as well as those from outside the D.C. area, to apply.General Duties & Responsibilities Detention Hotline (60%)
At Amica Center for Immigrant Rights, we confront the impact that the unjust immigration system has on our clients and communities through direct legal representation, impact litigation, education, and client-centered advocacy.We engage in unwavering legal defense and strategic litigation for immigrants facing detention or deportation, regardless of background, because everyone has the right to be free, safe, and supported.
We are the only non-profit organization in the Washington, D.C. area that is exclusively focused on providing legal assistance to adult and child immigrants detained bythe government in the Capital Region and beyond.Position Summary Amica Center for Immigrant Rights is looking for four undergraduate students to support our Detention Hotline, which connects noncitizen adults held in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody to Amica Center staff for legal education and legal representation.
Our Detention Hotline can receive calls from anyone detained in ICE facilities across the US, with most calls coming from individuals detained in Virginia, as well as from residents of the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia who are detained in other states.The Detention Hotline also receives calls from non-detained individuals looking for legal referrals for their loved ones or themselves.The Detention Hotline Interns will be answering and fielding calls from detained immigrants to our legal staff and fielding messages to answer their questions.
They will also conduct legal intakes with clients over the phone, which is the first step in our case distribution process.The Detention Hotline Interns will also assist with administrative tasks relating to the Detention Hotline and client services, including data entry, document translation and document translation coordination, and interpreting (depending on Spanish fluency level).This position will give students the opportunity to utilize and improve their oral Spanish skills and learn more about immigration law, specifically deportation defense.We are currently accepting intern applications for Fall 2026.
Our Fall Internship program asks for a commitment of at least 20 hours a week during normal working hours (Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM ET) for at least 12 weeks, starting on or about August 31, 2026.Applicants from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.If relevant, please discuss in your application how your background motivates your interest in this position or otherwise affects your career goals.Internships are unpaid; however, Amica Center can assist students seeking internship credit or funding.
Scholarship Opportunity Amica Center for Immigrant Rights invites all prospective interns to apply for the Amica Center Scholarship for the Fall 2026 semester.Amica Center will distribute four $1,000 tax-free* scholarships to eligible interns for the primary purpose of educational and professional development.To learn more, please visit . *Scholarship funds are intended to be used to pay for tuition and fees required for enrollment or attendance at an educational institution, or for fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for courses at the institution.
Scholarship recipients are advised to speak to a tax-expert and report the scholarship funds in their gross income to the IRS.Hybrid / Remote To keep our internships accessible to all students regardless of geographic location, all Fall 2026 internships can be completed remotely; however, we will be prioritizing candidates who are able to work in-person on a hybrid schedule from our Washington, DC office.We encourage applicants from local universities, as well as those from outside the D.C. area, to apply.General Duties & Responsibilities Detention Hotline (60%)
