Pro Bono Team Intern
Fall 2025

RMIAN is a nonprofit organization that provides free immigration legal and social services to individuals in immigration detention and to children and their families throughout Colorado. RMIAN is committed to providing educational opportunities for undergrad and law students interested in pursuing professions in the field of immigration advocacy.  

Internship Overview: 

RMIAN has an opening for a Pro Bono Team Intern to work 10-15 hours a week beginning on Monday, August 25, 2025 or Tuesday, August 26, 2025, through December 12, 2025. RMIAN may be able to adjust end dates as well as the number of hours worked per week, but must onboard interns on one of the dates listed above. The position is based out of RMIAN’s office in Westminster, Colorado. The intern will be supervised by RMIAN’s Children’s Program Pro Bono Coordinating Attorney and will support the Children’s Pro Bono Program which refers nearly 100 cases to pro bono attorneys each year, while providing mentorship, support, training, resources, and recognition to many more volunteers. 

While this position is unpaid, RMIAN is happy to coordinate with your academic institution if course credit can be offered for participation in this internship or to certify work for any outside funding source.  

The Ideal Candidate: 

  • Is a student or recent graduate of an undergraduate university or college. 

  • Is proficient in English and Spanish (other language proficiency will also be considered). 

  • Is committed to the principles of human equality, treats everyone with dignity, and is able to effectively and compassionately work with people from diverse backgrounds.  

  • Is interested in learning more about the US immigration system and/or non-profit organizations.   

  • Is competent in Microsoft Office; has administrative office experience (e.g., filing, mailing, printing, scanning, etc.) and/or experience with database systems (e.g., excel or other spreadsheet programs, project or task management software,   

  • Is excited to innovate and streamline administrative processes and contribute to efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment.  

Primary Responsibilities: 

  • Write short summaries of cases to help with recruitment of pro bono attorneys  

  • Assist in planning volunteer gatherings, such as training and appreciation events  

  • Regularly check hearing dates for referred clients  

  • Research, compile, and develop resources to share with pro bono attorneys (for example: written materials, PowerPoints, video trainings, etc.)  

  • Check in with volunteers to get case status updates  

  • Support with administrative work/data entry in the Legal Server database  

Location: 

This position is in-person and based out of RMIAN’s office located in Westminster, Colorado. The position is not available remotely. 

Other Experiences/Training Opportunities Included, if desired:  

  • Gain a nuanced understanding of the US immigration system;  

  • Observe Immigration Court hearings and debrief with attorneys about their work;  

  • Observe Know-Your-Rights presentations and orientation services provided remotely to people detained at GEO/ICE Facility in Aurora;  

  • Attend virtual lunches with attorneys, social workers, paralegals, or other staff members depending on your interests to gain insight into different career paths.  

If this profile calls to you please send your resume by August 1, 2025 with the subject line “Pro Bono Program Internship Application – Fall 2025,” and in the body of the email include two short statements as to why the internship interests you and how this internship relates to your academic interests/ professional goals to hr@rmian.org.  

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

RMIAN is an equal opportunity employer. RMIAN does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status or veteran status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment free from discrimination.