VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIP

Immigration Services Volunteer / Intern

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Position Description

The Immigration Services Volunteer / Intern will play a vital role in supporting our immigration legal services team by working closely with refugees and asylees to apply for permanent residency.  The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with clients that are establishing a new home in the United States.  Your work will directly support immigrant clients navigating complex legal processes, helping ensure timely and accurate case management.

Estimated hours/week:
Minimum of 15 hours/week through May 2026 

Worksite:
On-site at The International Institute of Minnesota, 1694 Como Avenue, Saint Paul MN 55108

 

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More Information

  • Assist refugee and asylee clients to apply for permanent residency
  • Maintain contact with clients via telephone, text, email or in writing to support clients during their immigration process
  • Respond to client questions related to their application for U.S. residency
  • Input case-related information into client databases and upload documents
  • Complete immigration-related research

  • Very comfortable working on a computer and experience with Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong interest in learning about refugee and asylee communities
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
  • Experience working or volunteering in a cross-cultural environment
  • Patient and supportive with limited English speakers

  • Minimum of 15 hours/week through May 2026
  • Monday – Friday, between 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Training for this position will begin upon the start of service. Volunteers will receive comprehensive training through a combination of webinars, assigned readings, and hands-on instruction provided directly by program staff. This training is designed to ensure volunteers feel confident and well-prepared in their role.

  • Develop skills in legal case management
  • Gain immigration, specifically permanent residency for refugees and asylees, and non-profit experience 
  • Contribute to a mission-driven organization that empowers New Americans
  • Individualized supervision with Institute staff
  • Free parking and bus line accessibility

Contact Us

Call or email us if you have questions about volunteering.

Kaela Schweisthal
Volunteer and Community Partnerships Manager
(651) 377-8663

Email Kaela