Internships

Full-time

No

## California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. Internships

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) offers internship opportunities for current students who are committed to social justice and public interest in rural areas. Interns will have the chance to enhance their legal training while participating in client intake, developing cases, representing clients in administrative hearings, litigating, researching, and writing. CRLA is dedicated to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourages persons of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply.

### Job Qualifications

The following skills are beneficial for a CRLA intern:

- Bilingual (English & Spanish) Fluency preferred for Migrant Offices
- Passion in CRLA’s mission and vision
- Experience in researching state and federal issues
- Demonstrated ability to provide clear, concise written documents
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work comfortably in diverse employee and client populations
- Community service experience
- Sound technical experience with Microsoft Office Suite

### Internship Conditions

- Full or Part-Time internships are available for University credit (specific availability may differ per office and subject area)
- Flexible start and end dates are available
- This position is generally a non-paid position, thus legal interns are expected to provide funding to support themselves during the duration of the internship

### Areas of Practice

CRLA’s areas of practice include Education, Employment and Labor, Housing, Leadership Development, and Rural Housing. Additionally, CRLA has special programs focused on vulnerable rural communities including Indigenous populations, LGBTQ+ populations, youth, and residents of unincorporated communities.

### To Apply

CRLA invites you to submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample (optional). Please include in the cover letter the desired office/location as well as requested internship timing. At your discretion you may also include a statement about how your unique background and/or experiences might contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our staff and legal services practice.

If you have already spoken to an advocate about an opportunity please add their name in the "Referred by" item and your information will go directly to them. Click [here](/) to submit your Internship application materials.

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. welcomes all participants who are interested in contributing to the community and learning more about rural legal services. 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.

### Summary

Organization is looking for current students who are committed to social justice and public interest in rural areas. Interns will have the ability to enhance their legal training under the supervision of experienced litigators and community lawyers. Internships are offered throughout the year and are available for University credit. This position is generally a non-paid position, thus legal interns are expected to provide funding to support themselves during the duration of the internship.

The following skills are beneficial for a CRLA intern:

- Bilingual (English & Spanish) Fluency preferred for Migrant Offices
- Passion in CRLA’s mission and vision
- Experience in researching state and federal issues
- Demonstrated ability to provide clear, concise written documents
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work comfortably in diverse employee and client populations
- Community service experience
- Sound technical experience with Microsoft Office Suite

CRLA’s areas of practice include Education, Employment and Labor, Housing, Leadership Development, and Rural Housing. Additionally, CRLA has special programs focused on vulnerable rural communities including Indigenous populations, LGBTQ+ populations, youth, and residents of unincorporated communities.

To apply, interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample (optional). The cover letter should include desired office/location as well as requested internship timing. CRLA is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, persons of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply.

If an applicant has already spoken to an advocate about an opportunity, they should add their name in the "Referred by" item and their information will go directly to them. Click [here](/) to submit your Internship application materials.

to apply

crla invites you to submit your resume, cover letter, writing sample (optional). please include in the cover letter the desired office/location as well as requested internship timing

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