2026 FALL INTERN

2026 FALL INTERN: JOB SNAPSHOT

Children's Law Center is now accepting applications for our Fall intern program. If you are a candidate seeking real‑life, hands‑on experience with our attorneys, social work investigators, and other CLC staff, this is a great opportunity for you! Job Type: Internship Internship opportunities are open to applicants seeking academic credit through the program, as well as those who are simply looking to obtain some experience and insight into our organization’s work and the larger child welfare field. Candidates of various education and work experience levels will be considered. CLC will not consider current law students or practicing attorneys for the fall intern program. Application Deadline: July 10, 2026

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Intern Responsibilities Legal Conduct phone calls to clients. Schedule client appointments. Observe and take notes during court proceedings. Accompany the attorney to client interviews; take notes. Manage and organize electronic case files. Complete standard judicial forms. Other administrative tasks as needed. Social Work Attend home visits with CLC social work investigators and collaborate on report writing. Communicate with clients and families on case‑related matters under the supervision of a CLC employee. Visit with clients, caretakers and others to develop a trusting and professional relationship. Interview caretakers and children, to the extent possible, to observe and document the children’s current living situation, developmental progress and emotional well‑being. Assist attorneys with client interviews. Other Special projects related to CLC policy work. Sort clothes and toys for our foster youth donation center. Administrative support such as filing, copying, etc. Assist other CLC departments as needed. Requirements The Assets You Possess / Essential Qualifications An enthusiastic attitude and desire to learn more about court‑involved youth and their families. Effective and respectful communication skills with children, teens, their families, and caregivers. An ability to maintain professional and effective relationships with court personnel and coworkers. Availability of at least 8 hours per week, in blocks of 4 hours. We ask that you be available 8 am – 12 pm and/or 1 pm – 4 pm. While the role may allow for some remote work opportunities, successful candidates must be able to come into the office as needed. Role may require travel offsite; candidates should have dependable means of transportation. If looking for a social work internship, dependable transportation is a requirement. Benefits & Compensation The Fall Intern position is a temporary, unpaid position, designed to align with the academic calendars of local universities and colleges. CLC will work with successful candidates on appropriate arrangements with local universities and colleges regarding earning academic credit for time spent in the intern program, including tracking and verifying hours. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, individual with disability, medical condition, marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status, protected veteran status, genetics or any other legally protected group status or non‑job related characteristic of an individual as directed by law. Reasonable Accommodation Assistance: Children’s Law Center of California is committed to maintaining an environment of equal opportunity. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided by this organization, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for further assistance regarding job postings. #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's Law Center of California