Non-Profit Immigration Law
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Experience Information
Employer: Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates
Job Title: New Americans Legal Clinic Intern
Major: International Relations
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: Yes
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates (LIA) is a non-profit law firm that offers affordable, excellent immigration legal services to West Michigan communities. LIA's goal and mission are to stabilize West Michigan communities by providing low-cost legal services to immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers.
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
I am in charge of a wide variety of activities and projects, some of which include organizing files for the office, doing research on a variety of issues including different countries' conditions, and examining advocacy initiatives for educational purposes.
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
Through this experience, I am able to improve my research skills since I am mainly responsible for conducting research on a variety of topics for the organization. In addition, I am able to improve my communication skills, data management, and advocacy skills.
Favorite Part of the Experience
My favorite part of this internship is the people that I work with and my fellow intern. Additionally, the workplace has a very friendly vibe and a stress-free atmosphere.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
This experience has influenced my decision in a positive way about my future career goals as I gained a better understanding of the challenges that people from different countries face and the factors that drive them to immigrate to seek shelter in foreign countries.
Internship Format
In Person