STATEHOUSE (Sept. 17, 2026) – Jasper County legislators are encouraging local students to apply for the Indiana House Republican Internship Program for the 2027 legislative session.
State Rep. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) said this paid, full-time internship is open to college students, recent graduates and students in law or graduate school from January through April.
"The legislative session would not run as smoothly without our interns," Aylesworth said. "This hands-on internship gives students the opportunity to dive into policy, constituent outreach and communications while gaining professional work experience."
State Rep. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) said interns work in the Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis full-time Monday through Friday during the legislative session and gain practical knowledge of state government through active participation in the legislative process.
"Throughout this internship, students are working, networking and training alongside lawmakers, experts and legislative staff daily," Commons said. "You can’t get a more immersive experience than the one offered here at the Statehouse, and I encourage anyone interested to apply."
Positions are available in legislative operations, policy and communications.
State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) said this spring semester internship gives interested students opportunities to interact with state legislators, state agencies and private sector organizations, as well as participate in a weekly speaker series featuring Indiana civic leaders.
"Our internship can kick-start your career in almost any industry," Culp said. "From networking to professional workshops, there are tons of skills and resources students can establish and utilize during the legislative session."
Applications are available online at indianahouserepublicans.com/internship and are due by Oct. 31.
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State Rep. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) represents House District 11,
which includes portions of Jasper, Lake, Newton and Porter counties.
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State Rep. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) represents House District 13,
which includes all of Benton and Warren counties, and portions of
Fountain, Jasper, Montgomery, Newton, Tippecanoe and White counties.
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State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) represents House District 16,
which includes portions of Jasper, Pulaski, Starke and White counties.
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