Rep. McNamara: Local Graduate Gains Experience At The Statehouse
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 22, 2022) – Mount Vernon High School graduate Emma Yarber is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville) and her fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2022 legislative session.
Yarber, a Mount Vernon resident, is the daughter of Troy and Jamie Yarber. She attends Marian University where she is majoring in political science and minoring in finance, pastoral leadership, and global studies.
“Being a legislative intern for the House has been an incredible opportunity,” Yarber said. “After this internship, I feel prepared and excited to start my career, grow connections and make a real impact just like the Indiana legislators I’ve had the pleasure of serving this session.”
As a legislative intern, Yarber corresponds with constituents through phone calls, letters, and emails, while also staffing committee hearings and floor proceedings.
“Emma has gained invaluable experience communicating with constituents and working with representatives one-on-one,” McNamara said. “I’m excited to see where Emma’s career takes her after this internship.â€
Each year, the House of Representatives offers paid internship opportunities to college students, law school students, graduate students and recent college graduates for the duration of the legislative session.
FOOTNOTE: State Rep. Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville) represents House District 76, Â which includes portions of Posey and Vanderburgh counties.
