STATEHOUSE (Aug. 30, 2023) – Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.
According to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown), House interns will be paid $900 bi-weekly as they work in downtown Indianapolis during session, which starts in January and concludes mid-March.
"With today's competitive job market, an internship can give job applicants an edge over other candidates," Rowray said. "Students will be able to build on their skills and gain real-world work experience during the legislative session, all while being paid."
State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) said House internships are open to college students and recent graduates of all majors.
"This internship gives college students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to work side by side with legislators and staff during session," Prescott said. "Interns receive hands-on training while being mentored and get a firsthand look at the legislative process."
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 Prescott, 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.
Applications are available online at indianahouserepublicans.com/internship and are due by Oct. 31.
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State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) represents House District 35,
which includes portions of Delaware and Madison counties.
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State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) represents House District 33,
which includes Jay and Randolph counties, and a portion of Delaware County.
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