Angelica, a single mother with preschool-aged children, indicated a career interest in legal work. Having had some clerical work experience, but not legal experience, Angelica thought she would benefit from a work-based learning experience in legal activities that provided opportunities to prove herself and become hired at a wage that provided an opportunity to leave assistance programs and leverage her career aspirations.
Angelica selected the City of Fort Collins Municipal Courts for her internship site; her intensive online research of the Municipal Court helped Angelica win an interview with them. Through coaching, Angelica was encouraged to tap into her moxie and ability to self-advocate and request opportunities that might intimidate others. During her placement meeting, Angelica expressed direct interest in a Court Bailiff role, a position that entails asserting oneself to hardened individuals. In short order, her supervisor provided consecutive evaluations with high marks and considerations for direct unsubsidized hire.
Angelica transitioned in January 2020 to a part-time Court Bailiff employee of the City, hired with a starting wage of $16.50 hourly while finishing out her internship. In February 2020 Angelica ended her internship completely to go full time with the City in a Bailiff role and Deputy Court Clerk receiving both wages and benefits. Angelica has since indicated she will be looking into legal school to further enhance her understanding and positioning in the courts.
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