إضافة تعليق جديد
Legal Intern - Beirut Office
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Applications MUST be submitted through this link. Applications submitted through any other means WILL NOT be considered. Applications received after the April 22 deadline WILL NOT be considered.
Please submit :
1. A Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. A Legal Writing Sample in English
4. A List of Three Academic or Professional References.
IRAP believes that diversity is critical to fostering a strong workplace and serving our clients well. We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experiences in the communities that we serve, members of other marginalized communities, and individuals whose identities are underrepresented in the legal profession.
IRAP is an equal-opportunity employer; people of color and individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. IRAP does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, citizenship status, ethnic background, religion, political orientation, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other protected class. We consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all local, state, and federal laws related to the Fair Chance Act.
This is an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in refugee, immigration, and international law, who seek direct experience with refugees. The Lebanon office works from Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Preference will be given to candidates who can work from 9:00 or 10:00 AM to 5:00 or 6:00 PM Beirut local time.
This internship might be partially or fully remote.
Responsibilities
Conducting interviews with refugees to determine needs and refugee claims
Drafting legal briefs and memos in support of at-risk and vulnerable refugee cases
Preparing legal submissions for cases submitted to UNHCR and foreign governments
Researching law and global, country and human rights conditions to reinforce claims
Attending Relevant Meetings
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Lebanese resident currently in Lebanon
Pursuing a degree in law
Interest in refugee law and/or refugee resettlement processing, human rights, and international law
Fluency in oral and written English required
Fluency in oral Arabic required
Highly organized and motivated, able to multitask, manage a high volume workload, and have excellent time management skills
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Sensitivity to client empowerment and to working with clients of all backgrounds, including LGBTI clients, survivors of trauma, and other vulnerable populations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
Ability to commit to a minimum of 30 hours per week for at least 10 weeks over Summer 2024.
Compensation
Interns will receive a stipend of $2,000 for a full time (40 hours a week) 10 week internship. (The amount will be prorated based on the number of hours per week.)
ملاحظة:
دليل مدني، شبكة المجتمع المدني، يوفر للمنظمات منصة لنشر الوظائف, وليس مسؤول عن عملية التوظيف. كل منظمة مسجلة على دليل مدني هي مسؤولة بشكل فردي عن منشوراتها وعن عملية التوظيف.
- Lebanon
- بيروت