2026 SPPE Immigration FellowshipPortland State University

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 22,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

PSU Student Legal Services is a non-profit law firm located within Portland State University. We serve PSU students for FREE, on a variety of matters including immigration, landlord/tenant, family law, criminal, consumer rights, employment law and more. We address legal issues that impact students’ educational and career goals through legal advice, representation, mentorship, community partnerships, and education.

PSU Student Legal Services is seeking 1 candidate to join SLS for a limited duration to obtain Oregon State Bar Membership through the Supervised Practice Portfolio Examination (SPPE) program. Please see the eligibility requirements below in “Minimum Qualifications.” The application deadline is May 1, 2026. Ideal start date May 18, 2026.

The SLS Fellow will manage their own caseload, under the supervision of the SLS’s immigration attorney Ali Schneider, and work directly with a diverse group of PSU student clients.

As an SLS Fellow, you can make a direct, positive impact on the lives of our clients. Up to 90% of our clients report they would not have had access to legal help without the PSU SLS program.

Learn more about what we do at pdx.edu/sls

Duties and Responsibilities (under the supervision of an attorney)

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

This is a grant-funded temporary paid position, offering $29/hour. The position is funded at 40 hours per week from May 18, 2026 – December 15, 2026 with a goal to obtain Oregon State Bar admission during that period of time. Position does not include health or retirement benefits.