Legal Intern Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $31.97 - $38.86 Hourly
Location : Santa Rosa, CA
Job Type: Internship
Job Number: 26/06-3991-INTC
Department: Child Support Services (DCS)
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: 00
Position Information
Launch your legal career with Sonoma County's Law Clerk Internship Program in the Department of Child Support Services!
The Sonoma County Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) invites students currently enrolled in the second through fourth year of law school to apply for a Child Support Law Clerk Internship.
Child Support Law Clerk Interns will work directly with staff attorneys, gain experience in family law litigation, and become familiar with child support statutes, regulations and policies. Interns will:

• Prepare various motions and responsive pleadings
• Negotiate and draft stipulations
• Provide courtroom support by meeting with parties to discuss income, and time share
• Make court appearances
• Participate in interviews with case participants
• Research cases and prepare for court hearings, and gather necessary information regarding the case
• Verify income, custody and timeshare, and run guideline support calculations
• Prepare court orders and file Notice of Motion, Levies, and Declarations

Ideal candidates will have completed, or be currently enrolled in, Civil Procedure and Evidence coursework.
Law Clerk Internships
Law Clerks are Interns and as such are not in classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. An Intern may not work in excess of 1560 hours in a twelve-month period from date of hire. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for a County contribution toward medical coverage.
If selected, students must show proof of student status and course of study by one of the following:

• Course registration material
• Certificate of Postgraduate Program requirements
• Internship registration
• Transcript

This recruitment is being conducted to fill a Law Clerk Intern position in the Department of Child Support Services. This employment list may also be used to fill future intern positions as they occur during the active status of this list.
Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire to be completed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Satisfactory completion of an appropriate number of academic years in an accredited law school and currently enrolled, or graduated from an accredited school of law and eligibility to take the California State Bar examination; or awaiting the results of the Bar exam.
License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
The position advertised on this announcement does not require possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of legal principles and practices.
Knowledge of legal research methods.
Knowledge of trial and hearing procedures and rules of evidence.
Ability to research, analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence and precedents to legal problems.
Ability to present statements of law and fact clearly, accurately, and logically in written and oral form.
Ability to evaluate persons and effectively obtain information through interviewing.
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with staff members, departmental representatives and the public.
Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying
Applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed to ensure candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position. Candidates possessing these requirements will be referred to the department for further consideration. The hiring department will contact candidates who appear to best meet the requirements and needs of the position and take further steps in making a selection for the internship.
Please visit to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.
Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire to be completed.
Additional Information
A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to candidates.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the to determine the requirements for this position.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted online at Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job announcement must be received by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
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Important Note: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.
County of Sonoma Benefits: Unrepresented*
These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
Health Plan: Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generous County contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.
Retirement: Fully integrated with Social Security. For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit
IRS 457 Plan: Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.
Student Loan Debt Relief: County employees may be eligible for through the U.S. Department of Education.
Plus, excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.
For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331. Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at For specific information about health and welfare benefits, including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts, go to or contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at or (707) 565-2900.
*Important Notes: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
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This eligible list may be used for future bilingual (English/Spanish) positions. Please indicate if you are interested in bilingual positions and your level of proficiency.

• Yes, I have basic (conversational) English/Spanish bilingual skills
• Yes, I have fluent (reading, writing, and conversational) English/Spanish bilingual skills
• No, I do not have English/Spanish bilingual skills, and/or I do not wish to be considered for a bilingual position

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Please detail your current academic status and include:

• How many years of your law school program have you completed
• Your expected date of graduation from law school
• If you have already graduated, when you took or anticipate taking the California Bar examination

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Please describe how your coursework and/or experience has prepared you for this internship.
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Please describe your experience working in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple priorities on a daily basis.
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