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Fire Department Experience
It is in the Newport Beach Fire Department where I second family of people who believe in me and worked to develop my abilities as a firefighter. Though the Fire Department’s Explorer program I was able to devote myself to public service early, learning from the most professional and hardworking individuals in the fire service. My approach to the experience was to immerse myself in the organization and volunteer for every possible opportunity that was presented. The firefighters I learned from truly believed in me taking time out of their day to train and boost my confidence. Completing the training that the fire department offered was a great accomplishment. Yet, I found the most fulfilment was through the opportunity to teach others. As a

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