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IINE’s Immigration Legal Services team provides high quality legal assistance in immigration matters including applications for citizenship, legal permanent residence, extension of parole, work authorization, family reunification, and humanitarian immigration matters. Depending on skills and qualifications, interns may assist in various tasks including but not limited to document review, preparing immigration forms, file management, legal research, and data analysis for grant reports.

Summer 2026 Immigration Legal Services InternshipThe International Institute of New England is a 501(c)(3) non-profit serving refugees and immigrants in Boston, MA, Lowell, MA, and Manchester, NH. The Institute offers internships to students, graduate students, and recent graduates with demonstrated interest or experience in supporting refugee, asylee, and immigrant populations. Each internship includes an educational component, through which interns contextualize their experience and reflect on their service.All internships are unpaid and correspond roughly with the US semester system:<ul><li>Summer Internship: June through mid-August 2026</li></ul>(Applications requested by May 2nd, considered thereafter until positions are filled)First consideration is given to applicants that can commit at least 16 hours per week over the course of the semester outlined above. Applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of whether their schedule fits the semester system; IINE makes exceptions on a case-by-case basis. Slots fill quickly and candidates are encouraged to apply earlier than the requested date above.Immigration Legal Services Internship OverviewIINE’s Immigration Legal Services team provides high quality legal assistance in immigration matters including applications for citizenship, legal permanent residence, extension of parole, work authorization, family reunification, and humanitarian immigration matters.Depending on skills and qualifications, interns may assist in various tasks including but not limited to document review, preparing immigration forms, file management, legal research, and data analysis for grant reports. Interns may have opportunities to observe client consultations and meetings with legal representatives. Reports To: Director, Immigration Legal Services Location: Lowell, MA or Boston, MA Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with legal case management including but not limited to:
	<ul style="list-style-type:circle"><li>Document collection and review</li><li>Assisting clients in completing information worksheets for case preparation</li><li>Case data entry and management</li><li>Assist in preparing application forms as appropriate</li><li>File management</li></ul></li><li>Legal research into general immigration law matters and case specific issues
	<ul style="list-style-type:circle"><li>Draft research memos and guides to support legal services team</li><li>Review and summarize updates to immigration policy and court cases</li></ul></li><li>Observe and assist with client meetings</li><li>Assist in preparing legal presentation materials</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Interest in immigration law with an emphasis on humanitarian immigration matters</li><li>Exceptional reading and writing skills (preference for legal research and writing experience)</li><li>Patience speaking with non-native English speakers/non-English speakers</li><li>Professionalism, discretion, and maturity in dealing with confidential information</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information</li><li>Experience with or strong interest in advocating on behalf of others</li><li>Bilingual candidates preferred (not required)</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li>Highly organized with great attention to detail</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint</li><li>Familiarity with e-immigration or other case management software is desirable but not required</li><li>Preference for current law students; however, highly achieving undergraduate students with an interest in immigration law will also be considered.</li></ul>Learning Objectives:<ul><li>Recognize common challenges faced by immigrant and refugee populations</li><li>Develop strong advocacy and interpersonal skills</li><li>Develop legal research and writing skills</li><li>Gain familiarity with current immigration laws, policies and practices</li><li>Gain familiarity with immigration applications (forms and procedures)</li><li>Identify best practices associated with legal case management</li><li>Identify best practices in effective client communications</li><li>Capture important information from meetings in concise case notes</li><li>Identify and access community resources and services, particularly those responsive to the needs of refugees and immigrants.</li><li>Respectfully express and engage with ideas and values in a multilingual environment.</li></ul>

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Immigration Legal Services Internship

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Identifies and maintains relationships with translation resources in the community, including private services, volunteers, universities, English as a Second Language (ESL) schools, NGOs, churches, and other organizations that might have resources to offer. At least two (2) years of customer service or case management experience required; experience in fields related to law, social work, detention, corrections or working with multi-cultural clients preferred.

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Benefits Information:
Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: <table style="width:418pt;border-collapse:collapse"><tbody><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Paid Time Off</td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Paid Holidays</td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• 401(k) Matching</td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Health Insurance</td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Vision Insurance</td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Life Insurance</td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Health Savings Account</td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Tuition Reimbursement</td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Employee Discount</td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Reduced Tuition Rates</td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Disability Insurance</td><td style="padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Employee Assistance Program</td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• 401(k)</td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Pet Insurance</td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Dental Insurance</td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Paid Training</td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Flexible Spending Account</td><td style="padding:0in 0in 0in 0in"> </td></tr></tbody></table>The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview:
Since inception in 2004, BI Incorporated has operated ISAP for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO). ISAP is an essential part of ERO, providing intensive supervision of individuals in immigration proceedings. The program achieves positive results by combining comprehensive case management with proven supervision technology. In addition, BI maintains an extensive list of community-based partners to provide critical assistance for participants' basic life needs. With consistent positive outcomes, ISAP continues to grow and evolve, serving an ever-increasing number of participants.

Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements<ul><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Bachelor’s Degree required. Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field preferred.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">At least two (2) years of customer service or case management experience required; experience in fields related to law, social work, detention, corrections or working with multi-cultural clients preferred.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Bilingual English/Spanish required.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Valid driver’s license required and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in order to perform home visits. </li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Ability to pass a federal background check and obtain a suitability determination.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">United States citizenship required.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Must live in the US 3 of the last 5 years (military and study abroad included).</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Effective verbal and written communication skills with employees, community contacts, government officials and participants. Ability to interpret and articulate rules, orders, instructions and materials.  Ability to compose reports.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Demonstrated sound judgment and even temperament. Ability to maintain self-control in stressful situations, such as interpersonal confrontations or emergencies.  Ability to defuse hostile or unstable situations.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Ability to deal tactfully with the public.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Attention to detail.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Problem solving ability.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Ability to deal with multicultural contacts with sensitivity.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Basic knowledge of immigration laws, regulations and procedures.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Basic computer skills.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Ability to interpret electronic monitoring messages and daily summary reports.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Good typing skills to develop and maintain case records by performing data entry.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.25in">Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department. </li></ul>Working Conditions: Encountered on a regular basis as part of the work this job performs.<ul><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Typical office environment.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Some local travel is required.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Use of standard office equipment such as copier, computer, keyboard, telephone and fax machine.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Bending, stooping and use of hands and fingers to place electronic monitoring equipment on participants.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Ability to use hands and fingers to install electronic monitoring equipment and to perform data entry.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, enter and exit a car, and climb stairs multiple times in one day in order to make home visits.</li></ul>

Responsibilities:
SummaryProvides case management of Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP) participants from entry to release by administering the program’s policies and procedures as defined by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) contract. Primary Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Develops, implements, coordinates, reviews and updates case management and individual service plans for ISAP participants in conformance with state and federal regulations and program requirements. Meets with participants face-to-face regularly as required by contractual obligations.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Develops and maintains accurate and complete case records for all ISAP participants from entry to release from ISAP. Proactively manages cases using all appropriate tools and techniques.  Maintains confidentiality of all records.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Conducts intake interview and orientation session with each ISAP participant within contractual timeframes and requirements.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Installs electronic monitoring equipment on ISAP participants as necessary and monitors compliance with electronic monitoring program.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Assists ISAP participants with acquiring travel documents from the countries of citizenship. Maintains a log of travel document information for each participant.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Evaluates English proficiency of ISAP participants to determine resources necessary to promote clear communication between ISAP staff and participants.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Coordinates and facilitates translation services for ISAP participants, including emergency translation services.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Connects participants with community resources including, but not limited to, transportation, medical, food, shelter, clothing, educational, financial, legal, religious and other social adjustment or facilitative resources. Identifies and coordinates services as required.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Supervises ISAP participants while in Company offices.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Establishes schedules for ISAP participants that include, but are not limited to, counseling sessions, immigration Court appearances, and access to legal services.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Coordinates with participants to ensure attendance at legal orientation and cultural orientation sessions, as well as supplemental services evaluations.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Reviews individual service plans, conducts risk/needs assessments and writes progress reports on a regular basis in compliance with contractual obligations.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Reports on program violations in a timely manner using established reporting parameters.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Conducts home visits to verify participants’ places of residence in compliance with contractual obligations.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Performs emergency counseling for ISAP participants as needed.</li><li style="margin-left:0.25in">Identifies and maintains relationships with translation resources in the community, including private services, volunteers, universities, English as a Second Language (ESL) schools, NGOs, churches, and other organizations that might have resources to offer.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.25in">Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>

Pay:
Pay USD $25.00/Hr.

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