Pitch

Good day, my name is Brenda Hernandez I am eighteen years old. I am currently in my second semester at La Guardia Community College as Paralegal Studies student.

My career interest is in the Law field. I plan to work my way from being a paralegal to becoming a lawyer. I am still undecided exactly what part of the law field. However I do have in mind Family Law, Personal Injury or Wills Trust and estate.

There are several objectives I want to work on throughout the semester in my internship that would benefit my future career path. I want to understand the legal system and learn what different types of lawyers do, and get their perspectives on their job. In addition, to be able to apply my skills I learned in my classes and further develop them gaining a better understanding of the law field.

My skills and experience include excellent time management, proficient in Microsoft Word, Publisher and Power Point. I am fluent in Spanish, have great Planning/Organizing skills and I am reliable. I have some experience volunteering after school helping kids with their homework. Although this does not connect specifically to the law field, it has helped me build up on my communication skills. Communicating with children is similar to dealing with clients. Just like every kid is different, so are the clients, they all have their own attitudes. You have to learn how to deal and communicate with them in a calm way. Not every one is the same and you have to be aware of that.

What resources should students take advantage of and focus on in the duration of their internship? Do you know what skill sets are preferred in this industry?  How many interns receive full time job offers? Is there an opportunity for growth?