internship

The distinction between "assistant" and intern" is a simple one: assistants are paid, interns are not.But of course interns are paid, in experience.

The time period in question was before the proliferation of outsourcing, but there was already Craigslist as a __eady reserve_ resource. I had to resolutely disregard interesting-but-unhelpful search terms with advertising of local people looking for __asual encounters_ and __ants and raves._ In the possibly more helpful Craigslist category enigmatically titled __igs,_ I typed in: Lawyer seeks help. College drop-out preferred. Long hours, pressure-cooker environment, unyielding schedule. Pays all the Ramen noodles you can eat. Great opportunity to broaden your horizons and enhance your resume!It was a truthful description of the job, and consequently, I did not expect many takers.