Legal Intern Summer 2026

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Tahirih Justice Center is a national nonprofit organization that advocates for immigrant survivors of domestic violence sexual assault and trafficking 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 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 and torture 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Client communication: under attorney supervision communicate with and interview clients.
Legal writing and research: under attorney supervision draft legal documents such as client declarations cover letters and briefs. Perform legal and country conditions research.
Administrative work: Maintain and update information in electronic case management systems and physical files.
Opportunities may arise to participate in community outreach and/or public policy advocacy work if the intern is interested but this would not be a major focus of the internship.

Requirements

Enrollment in law school
Excellent research writing and analytical skills
Commitment to or interest in public interest law
Language skills highly desired particularly Spanish
Must work well independently and together with a team of attorneys paralegals and social service professionals
Must be detail-oriented well-organized responsible and comfortable working with diverse populations
Sensitivity to working with trauma survivors
Previous experience in Immigration law is helpful but not required

Compensation: Tahirih pays interns a $5000 stipend for completing 300 hours over the course of the semester (prorated to the number of hours actually completed). All candidates must be able to commit 30-40 hours per week. School credit is available for those in accredited programs.

How to Apply: Please submit a resume and a short cover letter. Applicants should describe their interest in working with immigrant survivors including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during law your cover letter please specify your desired start and end dates. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Please note: All interns must pass a background check.

Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

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 Information about filing a charge of discrimination at the EEOC is available at .

Salary Description

$5000 stipend

Required Experience:

Intern