STATEHOUSE (Oct. 30, 2023) – Vanderburgh County lawmakers encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for an internship at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.
The House of Representatives offers paid spring internships to college sophomores, juniors, seniors, graduate students, and recent graduates of all majors. Interns will receive $900 biweekly while working at the Indiana Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis during the 2024 legislative session, which begins in January and concludes in mid-March.
State Rep. Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville) said interested Hoosiers should visit indianahouserepublicans.com/internship and complete the application before Oct. 31.
“My experience as an intern sparked an interest in public policy and really sparked my interest in serving as a state legislator,” McNamara said. “Local students should apply now and take advantage of this great opportunity to gain professional experience working at the Statehouse.”
Positions are available in legislative operations where interns work directly with constituents and help track committee activity. The communications department is looking for interns to help write press releases and email newsletters and work with social media, graphic design, and audio/video production. The police department is also in need of interns to help research, track and analyze legislation.
“So many of our local college students would do well and benefit from our internship program,” said State Rep. Tim O’Brien (R-Evansville). “Working alongside lawmakers and staff is a great way to build relationships and skills to help start your career.”
“The deadline to apply for a House Republican internship is quickly approaching, and students and recent grads should not miss out on this opportunity,” said State Rep. Matt Hostettler (R-Patoka). “I hope to see young Hoosiers from our community intern at the Statehouse and get involved with their state government.”
Internships are full-time, Monday through Friday, and include free parking, career and professional development assistance, enrollment access to an Indiana government class, and opportunities to earn academic credits through the student’s college or university. Interns are also eligible to apply for a competitive $3,000 scholarship to use toward undergraduate and graduate expenses.
To learn more and apply online before the Oct. 31 deadline, visit indianahouserepublicans.com/internship.
