Hamilton County lawmakers encourage college students and recent graduates to apply for a paid Statehouse internship before the Oct. 31 deadline.
House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) said college sophomores, juniors and seniors, as well as recent graduates and graduate students of all majors can apply for an internship with the Indiana House of Representatives.
“Interning with Indiana House Republicans is a rewarding learning experience where students build on their skills and make connections with legislators and other professionals from across the state,” Huston said. “Whether you’re interested in working directly with constituents or the media, or you enjoy research and policy, there’s something for everyone in our internship program.”
State Rep. Chuck Goodrich (R-Noblesville) said House interns will be paid $800 bi-weekly while working at the Indiana Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis during the 2023 legislative session, starting in January and concluding at the end of April.
“This program not only offers a chance to get hands-on experience in a professional work setting, but also earn a paycheck,” Goodrich said. “Many of our former staffers have moved into full-time positions within our offices or made personal connections that helped them launch their careers.”
State Rep. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) said interested Hoosiers should visit indianahouserepublicans.com/internship and complete the application before Oct. 31. Intern interviews are currently taking place to fill positions in legislative operations, policy, and communications and media relations departments.
“Students with work experience, like an internship, enter the job market with an edge over their peers,” Jeter said. “This is a great setting for young professionals to improve their resume and develop professional connections that could help them in the future.”
According to State Rep. Donna Schaibley (R-Carmel), 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.
“Internships are a great way for students to build real-world skills on top of what they’re learning in the classroom,” Schaibley said. “This internship can open doors to numerous opportunities, and I encourage local students to consider applying.”
“Interns serve as a valuable resource for lawmakers as they help with meetings, manage schedules, write press releases and more,” said State Rep. Jerry Torr. “It’s never too late to start looking for an internship, and I hope to see more students from Hamilton County at the Statehouse next session.”
To learn more and apply online before the Oct. 31 deadline, visit indianahouserepublicans.com/internship.