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We’re committed to maintaining an inclusive, welcoming workplace where passionate people from all backgrounds work together to defend immigrant rights.

Take a look at our latest postings below.

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We’re looking for people like you.

We have an unshakeable hope for a better future, care deeply about people, and believe in every person’s fundamental right to safety, dignity, and freedom. Sound familiar? We’d love to have you join us.

If you have further questions or need assistance with the application process, please email HR@amicacenter.org. Thank you again for considering our organization as a potential employer.

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Internship Program & Scholarship Opportunity – SUMMER 2025

Amica Center’s Internship Application for SUMMER 2025 applications are OPEN!

  • Undergraduate & Legal Internship Opportunities

    • Legal Internship- Detained Adult Program, Direct Representation
    • Legal Internship- Immigration Impact Lab
    • Undergraduate Internship- Detained Adult Program, Direct Representation
    • Undergraduate Internship- Detained Adult Program, Legal Orientation Program (LOP)
    • Undergraduate Internship- Detention Hotline

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  • Amica Center for Immigrant Rights’ Summer 2025 internship and scholarship application period is OPEN! Amica Center will distribute four $1,000 tax-free* scholarships to eligible interns for the primary purpose of educational and professional development after careful review of all accepted applications.

    Eligibility Criteria: 

    • Must be an undergraduate or graduate student 
    • Must be offered and accept an internship with Amica Center 
    • Must perform the services of the internship as part of the intended educational experience 

    Disqualifying Criteria: 

    • Noncompliance with application procedures 
    • Disciplinary issues, such as Amica Center policy violations 
    • Providing false information such as falsifying documents or providing false information during the application process 
    • Poor attendance: Excessive unexcused absences. Interns should discuss their schedule with their team and supervisor and consider their class schedule as applicable. 

    Application Process: 

    After completing the application process through the link below, you will be invited to apply for Amica Center’s internship scholarship. Applying to be considered for the scholarship is optional. Participating in the scholarship application will have no effect on the candidate’s application to participate in Amica Center’s internship program. Answers to the scholarship application will remain confidential to Amica Center’s People Operations team and will not be disclosed to the recruiting team. 

    Evaluation: 

    Financial need is the primary evaluating criteria for this scholarship. Additional criteria include quality and thoughtfulness of application questions.  

    Scholarship Recipients: 

    Interns will be informed if they were selected as a scholarship recipient in their offer letter. Scholarship recipients will be asked to complete a W9 in order to receive these funds via direct deposit. More information about fund distribution will be shared in the offer letter. 

    *Scholarship funds are intended to be used to pay for tuition and fees required for enrollment or attendance at an educational institution, or for fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for courses at the institution. Scholarship recipients are advised to speak to a tax-expert and report the scholarship funds in their gross income to the IRS.  

Equity, diversity, and anti-racism

Our commitment to anti-racism starts with us.

As we fight to dismantle the racist institutions and systems that harm immigrant children and adults every day, we also strive to create a workplace culture that mirrors the world we’re fighting to create. Learn more about the steps we’re taking to make that happen.

Read our anti-racism statement

More ways to work together

  • Volunteer

    Help support clients, translate important court documents, participate in advocacy, and more. There are a variety of ways to make a real impact as a volunteer.

    See volunteer opportunities

  • Ways to give

    Your contributions make our work possible. Find the donation method that works best for you.

    See ways to give

  • Become a pro bono partner

    Join law firms, corporate legal departments, and law school clinics providing free legal services to people in detention and at risk of deportation.

    See pro bono program

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