By DONNA SCHAIBLEY
State Representative
With colleges around the state starting classes, many students and soon-to-be graduates will begin searching for an internship. Hamilton County students looking for on-the-job work experience should apply for an in-person, paid internship with the Indiana House of Representatives at the Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis.
Interns receive an $800 bi-weekly stipend with the opportunity to apply for a $3,000 scholarship to use toward undergraduate and graduate expenses. The internship is full time, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, from January through April 2023. The deadline to apply is Oct. 31.
Internships are a great way for students to build real-world skills on top of what they’re learning in the classroom. It’s also a chance to strengthen a resume and earn a paycheck. Positions are open to sophomores, juniors and seniors, as well as recent college graduates, and law school and graduate students. All majors are encouraged to apply, and previous political or government experience is not required.
Our House Republican team relies on interns, who serve many roles during the legislative session. Legislative interns help track and research bills and communicate with constituents. Communications and media relations interns write news releases and email newsletters, produce video and audio clips, and help with graphic design. Students interested in research can assist the policy department with analyzing and tracking legislation and preparing committee reports.
Besides working closely with lawmakers, the House internship is an opportunity to build professional connections with other leaders from across the state and sharpen skills that translate into any career. Many of our interns go on to work in full-time roles, either at the Indiana Statehouse, with state agencies or in the private sector. Regardless of the career paths students choose, this opportunity helps build experience, and is an exciting and rewarding opportunity.
To learn more about the internship or application requirements, visit indianahouserepublicans.com/internship. To hear about the experiences of former interns, visit the Indiana House Republican Internship Facebook page.
State Rep. Donna Schaibley (R-Carmel) represents House District 24, which includes portions of Boone and Hamilton counties.