Fishers native gains experience interning at Statehouse

Submitted by Office of State Rep. Chris Jeter

Fishers native Emily Gebhardt is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) and his fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session.

Gebhardt, a Hamilton Southeastern High School graduate, is the daughter of Susan and Doug Gebhardt. She is currently a junior at Purdue University majoring in communications and minoring in management.

“Working at the Statehouse has been my favorite professional experience so far,” Gebhardt said. “Between connecting with state representatives and staff while also being immersed in the legislative process of Indiana, I am confident to say this has truly been an exciting semester that has made me hold great appreciation for our legislators and all the work they do.”

As a communications intern, Gebhardt helps write press releases, create legislative handouts, update web pages and produce podcasts.

“The work Emily is doing as a communications intern is helpful to both legislators and constituents alike,” Jeter said. “The communications team ensures that news gets out to the public in a quick, efficient manner and informs Hoosiers about legislation impacting them.”

At the start of 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 annual legislative session.

Visit indianahouserepublicans.com/internship for more information about the House Republican internship program.

State Rep. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) represents House District 88, which includes portions of Hamilton, Hancock, Madison and Marion counties.