Nasc, Migrant and Refugee Rights Centre is seeking applications for an Intern to work in our Advocacy Service.

Nasc is an independent human rights organisation based in Cork City. Nasc, the Irish word for ‘link’, empowers migrants to realise and fulfil their rights. Nasc works with migrants and refugees to advocate and lead for change within Ireland’s immigration and protection systems, to ensure fairness, access to justice and the protection of human rights. Our vision is an inclusive and equal Ireland that realises the rights of all refugees and migrants.

Nasc strives to be diverse, equitable and inclusive. We welcome applications from candidates from migrant and refugee communities who have been directly impacted by the issues Nasc seeks to address in our work.

Position: This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) for nine months commencing in September 2024.

Remuneration: This internship pays the Irish living wage of €14.80 per hour.

Work Schedule: Weekdays 09:00 - 17:30.

Location: On-site in Cork City.

Nasc’s Advocacy Service provides information and guidance on issues such as immigration, citizenship, reception conditions and social welfare to refugees, migrants and asylum seekers annually. We operate both an in-person service and a national phone helpline.

Opportunity

As an intern at Nasc you will have the opportunity to:

• Work side by side with the Advocacy Service team, including meeting with service users, responding to queries from the Advocacy Service helpline and carrying out legal research.
• Draft correspondence for service users as well as to government departments, NGOs, INGOs and other relevant organisations as appropriate.
• Receive training and gain practical experience in, and understanding of, Ireland’s immigration, reception and social welfare systems.
• Assist with the coordination of appointments for service users.
• Assist with the smooth running of the office including dealing with postal correspondence, filing correspondence and making referrals to specialist organisations.
• Participate in regular case work meetings and team meetings.
• Contribute to policy discussions on matters related to immigration and protection law.

Criteria

This position may suit a recent graduate.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Undergraduate (minimum) or postgraduate degree in law or other related discipline.
• Strong writing skills (English language).
• The ability to meet competing deadlines.
• Highly motivated with a desire to learn in a practical setting.
• Demonstrable interest in human rights (for example through research, previous employment or through community activism)
• Right to work in Ireland for the duration of the internship.

Desirable:

• Any additional languages spoken, will be an advantage.
• A demonstrable interest in working with migrants, refugees and asylum seekers.

How to apply

If you are interested in joining Nasc’s Advocacy Team, send a CV and cover letter outlining your motivation to work with Nasc to recruitment@nascireland.org with ‘Internship 2024’ in the subject line.

The closing date for applications is 14th July at 2PM. We regret that late or incomplete applications cannot be accepted. Please note that we are only able to respond with feedback to shortlisted candidates.

This project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union.