STATEHOUSE (Aug. 26, 2021) – Whether studying economics, telecommunications or history, Elkhart County legislators said local college students and recent graduates can gain valuable hands-on work experience by interning with Indiana House Republicans at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.
"While interning with the Indiana House of Representatives, students can build on many of the skills they learned through their studies and establish professional connections with state leaders," said State Rep. Joanna King (R-Middlebury). "Each day at the Statehouse is full of new experiences, which helps interns to be better prepared when launching their careers and entering the competitive job market."
According to State Rep. Doug Miller (R-Elkhart), internship positions are open to college sophomores, juniors, seniors, graduate students and recent graduates of all majors. He said students can apply for internships in a variety of departments related to their field of study, including legislative operations, communications and media relations, policy and fiscal policy.
"House interns have a variety of interests and specialties, which are taken into account in order to help them get the most out of the experience," Miller said. "We want interns to showcase their skills while building their portfolio of work."
Interns will work at the Statehouse in Indianapolis for the duration of the 2022 legislative session, which kicks off in January and concludes mid-March. The paid, spring-semester positions are full time, Monday through Friday. Interns receive biweekly compensation of $750, free parking, career and professional development assistance, enrollment access to an Indiana government class, and can earn academic credit through their college or university. Interns are also eligible to apply for a competitive $3,000 scholarship to use toward undergraduate and graduate expenses.
"Many talented young professionals participate in the House Republican Internship Program each year, and it's always exciting to watch them learn and grow professionally," said State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola). "I hope to see many students from our community at the Statehouse this upcoming session."
Wesco said to visit indianahouserepublicans.com/internship for more information and to apply before the Oct. 31 deadline.
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State Rep. Joanna King (R-Middlebury) represents House District 49,
which includes the eastern portion of Elkhart County.
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State Rep. Doug Miller (R-Elkhart) represents House District 48,
which includes portions of Elkhart County.
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State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) represents House District 21,
which includes portions of Elkhart and St. Joseph counties.
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