STATEHOUSE (Oct. 21, 2021) – Johnson County legislators encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for internships at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.
According to State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland), the House of Representatives offers paid spring internships to college sophomores, juniors, seniors, graduate students and recent graduates of all majors. Interns will work at the Statehouse in Indianapolis for the duration of the 2022 legislative session lasting January through mid-March.
"A paid internship can be hard to come by, and there is no better place to learn critical skills while networking with community and business leaders from across the state," Davis said. "You don't want to miss out on this opportunity, and I hope to see many interns from Johnson County at the Statehouse next session."
State Rep. John Young (R-Franklin) said interns work full time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Spring-semester internships are available in several departments working with Indiana House Republicans.
"Our internship is a full-time learning opportunity that pairs interns with staffers and lawmakers throughout the legislative session," Young said. "Each day will bring new tasks and chances to learn more about different policy areas and network with stakeholders. From working on committee reports to covering press conferences, our interns will have a unique look at life at the Statehouse."
State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford) said positions are available in the Legislative Operations Department where interns work directly with constituents and help track legislative committee activity. The Communications Department is looking for interns to help write press releases, and work with social media campaigns, graphic design and audio/video production. May said the Policy Department is also in need of interns to help research, track and analyze legislation.
"Interning with the House Republican Caucus gives students the opportunity to sharpen skills that can transfer to a variety of careers while working with professionals from across the state," May said. "Those seeking job connections and a rewarding experience shouldn't wait to apply."
Interns receive biweekly compensation of $750, free parking, career and professional development support, and enrollment access to an Indiana government class. They can also earn academic credit through their college or university and are eligible to apply for a $3,000 scholarship to use toward undergraduate and graduate expenses.
For more information and to apply before the Oct. 31 deadline, visit indianahouserepublicans.com/internship.
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State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) represents House District 58,
which includes a portion of Johnson County.
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State Rep. John Young (R-Franklin) represents House District 47,
which includes portions of Johnson and Morgan counties.
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State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford) represents House District 65, which includes all of
Brown County, most of Lawrence County and parts of Monroe, Jackson and Johnson counties.
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