Employment Opportunities

This application is for Fellowships not associated with specific funded fellowship programs.   Topics of study / work product is to be determined by supervisor and/or any other supporting entities.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum of one year of law school or equivalent legal experience
• Spanish language skills are required, other language skills are helpful and welcomed
• Interest in CRLA’s mission and vision
• Ability to research state and federal issues and produce clear, concise written documents
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse employee and client population
• Some community service experience is preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite

Internship Conditions:

The specific conditions of the internship or fellowship are determined by the Funder (if applicable)

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. thrives on our diversity and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, persons of color, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply.

Thank you for your interest in interning with CRLA!

CRLA offers current students (law students and all undergraduates) internship opportunities throughout the year!

Future attorneys and advocates committed to social justice or public interest will find diverse and exciting internship opportunities here!  Students will have the ability to enhance  their legal  training  under  the  supervision  of  experienced  litigators  and  community  lawyers.  Experiences such as participating in client intake, developing cases, representing clients in administrative hearings, litigating, researching, and writing are among the hands-on experiences you may have during a CRLA internship.

CRLA’s areas of practice include housing, labor and employment, health, education, and immigration. Additionally, CRLA has special programs focused on vulnerable rural communities including Indigenous populations, LGBT populations, youth, and residents of unincorporated communities.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with CRLA!

Are you an attorney interested in doing Pro Bono work?

CRLA offers private sector attorneys a variety of options to engage in pro bono activities in one of our 6 general practice areas.

If you are interested in any aspect of the Pro Bono Program, please fill out our application and submit it, along with your resume. We will review your application and contact you if there is an opportunity that fits your pro bono aspirations and our current opportunities.

Not an attorney but still interested in volunteering?

California Rural Legal Assistance offers a variety of volunteer opportunities and welcomes participants who are interested in contributing to the community and learning more about rural legal services.