Non-Legal Intern - Fall 2026 at Human Rights First in Remote

Summary: Human Rights First is seeking motivated non-legal interns for the Fall 2026 semester to assist in providing pro bono non-legal representation to asylum seekers. Interns will engage directly with clients, work on case strategy, and contribute to the Refugee Representation program. Responsibilities: - Interns have the opportunity to engage in client interviewing, to conduct screening interviews with potential clients, and to draft case summaries - Interns will work with Human Rights First staff on asylum cases, providing support with country conditions and other non-legal advocacy efforts - Interns will assist with updating and maintaining databases - Interns will conduct non-legal research in developing areas of immigration law and country conditions for analysis and reporting - Interns will have opportunities to attend non-legal trainings, advocacy groups, and discussion panels in the greater D.C. area and virtually Required Qualifications: - Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines at once - Non-legal research and writing skills, particularly in immigration law, administrative law, federal law, and federal regulations - Dedicated interest and passion for immigration advocacy, direct client representation, and protecting the rights of migrants - Experience working with vulnerable populations and survivors of trauma - Ability to work collaboratively with staff, clients, and community organizations - Motivated to work independently to manage multiple tasks and deadlines - Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate school or recent grads Preferred Qualifications: - Fluency in a second language, particularly Spanish, is a plus Required Skills: Non-legal research, Non-legal writing, Immigration law, Administrative law, Federal law, Federal regulations, Client interviewing, Case summary drafting, Database maintenance, Second language fluency - Spanish Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Fall Benefits: Human Rights First is dedicated to inclusivity and will assist interns with externship credit, work-study, or securing funding from external sources., This position is unpaid and will support the D.C. team of HRF and may be performed remotely., A computer and internet connection are required for this position., Interns will have opportunities to attend non-legal trainings, advocacy groups, and discussion panels in the greater D.C. area and virtually.