Local legislators seek Statehouse interns for 2024 session 

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 7, 2023) – Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

According to State Rep. Matt Hostettler (R-Patoka), House interns will be paid $900 bi-weekly as they work in downtown Indianapolis during session, which starts in January and concludes mid-March.  

“This is a great opportunity for young people to gain an insight into the legislative process at the state level,” Hostettler said. “It also provides interns valuable skills in demand in the workforce.” 

State Rep. Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville) said House internships are open to college students and recent graduates of all majors.   

“Interns will be able to apply the knowledge and skills they have learned in the classroom to working at the Statehouse,” McNamara said. “As an educator, I value the experience students gain in the workforce, and this opportunity certainly provides that.”

Paid, spring-semester intern positions 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. 

According to State Rep. Tim O’Brien (R-Evansville), students can apply for internships in a variety of departments related to their field of study, including legislative operations, policy, and communications and media relations.    

“We have options that will help you achieve your career goals in a variety of fields,” O’Brien said. “Working at the Statehouse while the legislature is in session builds both skills and resumes for young professionals.”