Legal Intern - Summer 2026 at Tahirih Justice Center

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

5000.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research, Writing, Analytical Skills, Public Interest Law, Language Skills, Client Interviewing, Immigration Law, Legal Strategy Development

Industry

Legal Services

Description

Description The Tahirih Justice Center is a national, nonprofit organization that supports immigrant survivors of gender-based violence seeking safety and justice. Our interdisciplinary model for service combines free legal and social services with bridge-building policy advocacy, and research-based training and education. We amplify the voices of survivors in communities, courts, and Congress to create a world where all people share equal rights and live in safety and with dignity. We specialize in the representation of immigrant survivors of domestic violence, trafficking, and other violent crimes who seek immigration relief under the Violence Against Women Act and the Trafficking Victims Protection Act, as well as of refugees fleeing gender-based persecution who seek protection under U.S. asylum laws. Our legal advocacy includes both direct service to individuals and broader efforts to transform policies, develop regulations, and set precedent so that systemic change will ensure the long-term protection of individuals from violence due to their gender. Requirements Duties and Responsibilities Research and draft memos, briefs, declarations, and other documents Engage in the development of legal strategy for appellate and impact litigation Assist with representation of immigrant clients in Atlanta Immigration Court Interview clients by phone and in person Fill out and file immigration forms and documents Otherwise support the staff attorneys with pending cases Requirements Enrollment in law school Excellent research, writing and analytical skills Commitment to public interest law Language skills highly desired, especially Spanish Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States Preferred Experience assisting or interacting with vulnerable populations Preference for individuals fluent or conversant in one or more languages spoken in the communities we serve. Compensation: Tahirih pays interns a $5000 stipend for completing 300 hours over the course of the summer Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Submissions: Please include your resume and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications. Tahirih works with a hybrid approach supporting both remote and in office work. Tahirih Justice Center is committed to equal opportunity and promotes equity and transparency as core values. Tahirih practices inclusiveness in decision making through the use of consultation with employees throughout the organization. Tahirih does not discriminate against any person on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, ability, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Applicants committed to equity from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and identities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with questions or concerns should reach out to the Director of People & Operations at HR@tahirih.org. Information about filing a charge of discrimination at the EEOC is available at www.eeoc.gov.

Responsibilities

The intern will research and draft legal documents, assist with client representation, and support staff attorneys with pending cases. They will also engage in the development of legal strategy for appellate and impact litigation.