I loved the direct connections between the work I was doing as an intern and the content I was learning about in my LSJ courses! Learning about the mark of one's criminal record and then receiving a call from a previously incarcerated individual who requests assistance expunging their record is priceless.
What I wish was different
It was quite early in the morning.
Advice
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Intake and Referral Intern
May - August 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I was always able to ask questions and it was fascinating to learn about the various legal issues facing lower income residents in Seattle.
What I wish was different
Better training on how to refer clients to other services.
Advice
Be kind and open to new experiences and types of people!
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Intake and Referral Intern
November 2017 - June 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I liked how I felt as though I was directly making an impact and helping individuals with their legal needs and overcoming their personal barriers to get help.
What I wish was different
I wish I could continue working there and had more working hours as it was only once a week.
Advice
It teaches you patience and gives you perspective privileged and on how important access to legal help is especially since legal help can be intimidating and insanely expensive.
