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The center for the rights of abused children has helped 1,000,000 children and counting.

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Join our mission to ensure every child
has a safe and loving home.

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Job Opportunities

Law Clerks

At The Center for the Rights of Abused Children, you will receive hands-on experience working alongside our legal and policy teams to defend children’s rights in Arizona’s juvenile court through our pro bono Children’s Law Clinic, litigate civil rights cases nationally, and develop impactful legislation for Arizona and beyond. The Center for the Rights of Abused Children law clerks work with our associates to research federal and state child welfare laws, draft pleadings and memos, conduct policy research, participate in legal trainings, and attend court hearings and legislative debates when possible.

Our clerkship program offerings vary by semester.
Summer: Paid law clerk opportunities for second and third year students.
For-credit or volunteer externships for first year students.
Fall & Spring: For-credit or volunteer externships to all students.

Contact Christy du Mee with questions or to submit an application:christy@thecenterforchildren.org. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and must include a letter of interest, résumé including GPA, and a writing sample.

Purpose-driven. People-centered.

At the Center for the Rights of Abused Children, we offer competitive benefits, a flexible culture, and a mission that matters.

Medical Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement

Competitive retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Generous and flexible PTO

Professional Development

Ongoing growth opportunities

Hybrid Work Environment

Flexible in-office and remote work

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“You can’t outsource love. There is no government program to fix this. You have to get in the game.”

DARCY OLSON

Founder and CEO of the Center for the Rights of Abused Children

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Don’t see the right role?

Even if there isn’t a current opening that fits your skills, you can still make a lasting impact for children in in need. Hosting a fundraiser is a meaningful way to champion the rights of abused children and support our mission to find them safe, loving homes.