Heaton: Apply for paid, spring-semester internship at the Statehouse

Posted by: Wade Coggeshall  | Thursday, August 26, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 26, 2021) – Whether studying economics, telecommunications or history, State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) 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.

"There aren't many internships where college students can get paid to work alongside state leaders and make connections that bring about career opportunities," Heaton said. "I encourage anyone seeking a strong professional network to apply."

According to Heaton, internship positions are open to college sophomores, juniors, seniors, graduate students and recent graduates of all majors. 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.

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.

Heaton said to visit indianahouserepublicans.com/internship for more information and to apply before the Oct. 31 deadline.

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State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) represents House District 46,
which includes portions of Clay, Monroe, Owen and Vigo counties.
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