Posted
October 21, 2026

Salary
If funding is not provided by university or college, interns are eligible for up to a $1,200 monthly stipend, depending on hours worked weekly.

Internship Title: Immigrant Justice Partnerships Intern

Work Location: Office: 1805 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60608   
 
Organization General Description: 
The Resurrection Project (TRP) builds trusting relationships to educate and propel individuals, immigrants, and families to achieve their social and economic aspirations, stable homes, and equitable participation in their community. TRP is a leading provider of affordable housing, financial education, and immigration services on Chicago’s Southwest side. 
 
During the past three decades, TRP has worked to improve the lives of individuals and families by creating wealth, building assets, and engaging residents to be catalysts for change. Rooted in the Pilsen community, TRP’s impact now extends across the City of Chicago and through the State of Illinois.
 
Department Description: 
The goal of TRP’s Immigrant Justice Department is to provide opportunities for authentic local immigrant leadership, to offer holistic community-based immigration legal services, and to work in coalitions to expand access to legal representation. The Immigrant Justice Legal Clinic offers direct legal services while engaging clients in advocacy and education, and provides resources for the community to prepare for changes in immigration policy.  

Internship Duties and Responsibilities

  • Create resources such as flyers, graphics or other material on immigration policy
  • Update programmatic materials such as social media graphics or one-pagers
  • Maintain up-to-date organizational and referral directory for partner organizations
  • Provide logistical support at trainings and other events
  • Participate in community events hosted by other TRP departments
  • Support and participate in public education workshops regarding important issues facing the immigrant community
  • Complete a special interest project designed by intern and supervisor during internship
  • Remain updated on current developments in immigration law, policies, and trends in Illinois
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Interns will build skills in

  • Public speaking
  • Facilitating activities and meetings
  • Event planning
  • Relationship and coalition building
  • Reviewing data
  • Creating materials
  • Using Canva
  • Time management
  • Utilizing social media
  • Spanish language skills


Essential Knowledge and Skills

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
  • Desire to learn about immigration law and policy.
  • Strong people and intercultural skills required.
  • Proficient knowledge of MS office, Canva, and internet required.
  • Prior knowledge or experience immigration law and policy not necessary.

Duration of Internship & Time Commitment
The internship cycle is from January 18, 2027, to June 30, 2027.
15 – 20 hours per week (in person).

Statement of Equal Opportunity
The Resurrection Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation (including gender identity), military status, disability, or language (any language use not related to job duties). In addition to federal law requirements, The Resurrection Project complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Application Instructions: Only undergraduate student applicants will be considered. Please send a brief cover letter and resume by e-mail with subject line “TRP Immigration Partnerships Internship Application” to [email protected] Please include your school schedule and schedule of availability in your cover letter (i.e., days per week, hours per week). Deadline to apply is Friday, November 20th, 2026.