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Maryland Office of the Public Defender

Volunteer Intern

June - August 2022 • Frederick, MD

What I liked

Everything! The environment, the variety of work, the consideration of my background and the unique shadowing experience. I loved everything about it.

What I wish was different

Honestly, nothing.

Advice

If you want a super strict, rigid environment the Frederick Office will not give you that. I preferred that as I was not nervous to do any work and that allowed me to produce my best material, but if that is what you're looking for you may not like that aspect.
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Intern

June - August 2017 • Baltimore, MD

What I liked

Every single day was different at my internship. I felt useful & like my perspective was valuable to my supervisor and coworkers. I got to learn a lot about the daily office work, but also go to meet clients and go to court frequently.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Build trust with your supervisor. Always do what you say you are going to do, and don't be afraid to ask for help or for their opinion on things not directly related to the work you do.
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Intern

May - August 2018 • Baltimore, MD

What I liked

Everyone at the office was incredibly friendly. It was such a fun atmosphere. The work was also very interesting and fulfilling

What I wish was different

Nothing!

Advice

Be confident!
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