Summer 2026 Internship Program with Juvenile Dependency Lawyers and Law Firms

The Judicial Council of California’s Center for Families, Children & the Courts seeks information from current FFDRP or DRAFT‑funded juvenile dependency court‑appointed counsel about their capacity and interest to mentor law‑student interns during the summer of 2026. Respondents must outline recruitment, DEI‑focused training, mentorship, intern tasks, confidentiality safeguards, and performance‑feedback processes, and confirm that supervising attorneys meet stringent experience criteria. Interns will work 240‑400 hours, be paid at least the state minimum wage, and must attend at least two cohort meetings with the Council. • Eligibility limited to FFDRP‑ or DRAFT‑funded dependency providers with ≥7 years legal experience (or equivalent credential). • Internship slots limited by firm size (1‑5 interns total). • Required deliverables include a detailed program framework, mentor qualifications, curriculum, and DEI strategies. • No contract award is implied; this is purely an information‑gathering request.