I started interning at the W Group’s corporate headquarters in August and I’ve been loving it so far! I was really nervous when I started and didn’t really know what to expect. However, when I began my internship, I was relieved to see that this company, although a prestigious home care agency, was accepting and welcoming of me. The company’s headquarter offices has such a nice and warm environment and I was put at ease from the beginning. I was introduced to everyone on the team who I would be working with and was taken through the various tasks and systems of what the team does. My supervisor made sure that I understood everything and made me feel so comfortable! I do a lot of writing and proofreading company policies and professional documents for The W Group. It is important that these corporate documents uphold company standard and there are no small mistakes or errors. While this internship does not leave much room for creativity, I think it is essential for me to be doing this in order to understand the writing process at a professional/corporate level, which is an important goal of mine. There are times when I proofread some more creative documents, like advertisements and flyers for the company, and I feel like I can use my skills for the best of both worlds! I work with an amazing team who are always willing to help me and answer any of my questions and I am grateful to have this opportunity to grow and strengthen my writing skills in different areas! I am excited to continue growing and strengthening my skills at this internship and gaining valuable knowledge in a professional setting! Right now, I do not have any concerns, as I feel comfortable and willing ym contribute my talents to the company!
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I’m I am excited to share some of the highlights of my internship at LaPenna Law Firm The experience was very interesting and informative. Something that was a bit intimidating was being in an office setting and just nervous overall about making a good impression, but so far I’ve had come to love and enjoy the paralegals that work in the office with all the help and advice they give me. One of the aspects of my role has been diving into the world of legal document drafting. I’ve been busy learning how to draft motions, responses, and demands, each with its own set of rules and different . It’s been fascinating to understand how each document plays a crucial role in the legal process. Drafting summons and complaints has also been something, I’ve been learning to draft however it’s still something I’m Still working on it and learning to draft as it requires some pre-production work. Another part of my internship was helping with client reception. Observing these sessions has given me insight into how attorneys assess cases and make crucial decisions. I’ve also had the chance to assist with translating for clients, which has been both a rewarding and eye-opening in the way that most people who work in construction and have accidents tend to be Spanish speaking. When they explain their stories and accidents, it kind of shows how the lack of the bosses and foreman care can cause or play a part in the reason for these accidents. Helping communication gaps has shown me the importance of clear and effective interaction in the legal field. I’m incredibly excited about an upcoming opportunity that’s just around the corner. At the end of this month, I’ll be joining one of the attorneys for a trial in Brooklyn. We’ve been preparing our client, and it’s enthralling to be a part of this process. During the trial, I’ll be in the courtroom, taking notes on the proceedings and testimonies. This trial is going to be an amazing experience, offering me a front-row seat to the legal process in action. This internship has only deepened my passion for the law and my aspiration to attend law school. Every day at LaPenna Law Office has brought new learning experiences and has brought me closer to my career goals. I’m immensely grateful for the support and guidance I’ve received from everyone here.
Irma – I can only imagine that the internship is a real education in the functioning of law in actual practice…beyond the writing and editing skills you acquire, it sounds like this will be a truly enlightening experience. Trials are eye-opening experiences into how the system functions and how the day-to-day work translates into the justice process; from an educational perspective, its really fortuitous that you are able to get that experience this semester. I imagine that offering your skills as a translator is also particularly rewarding. All in all, this internship sounds like a lot–in the best possible sense. – LBN
Henny – this sounds like a rigorous, on-the-ground introduction to the sorts of things we’re discussing more abstractly in 221. It sounds like you have a good sense for the way this internship can serve you, by giving you a strong sense of fundamentals and some practice in applying editorial acumen in a defined context. When I worked as an editorial assistant, I would look forward to the days when I got to edit back jacket copy – that was about as creative as that particular job got! Which is to say, it’s admirable that you have an awareness of those creative avenues that do exist in corporate environments. I’m interested to hear how the job placement goes throughout the semester. – LBN