STATEHOUSE (Oct. 13, 2021) – Monroe 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. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington), 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.
"House interns are essential to ensuring the legislative session runs smoothly," Ellington said. "They're integral to tracking bills through the process and connecting with constituents and media back home. Students seeking to polish their resume should take advantage of this internship."
State Rep. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) 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.
"In my time at the Statehouse, I've seen so many of our interns flourish over the course of each legislative session, and then use those newfound connections and abilities to find rewarding jobs," Mayfield said. "I encourage anyone seeking a true learning experience to apply for this internship."
State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) 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. Heaton said the Policy Department is also in need of interns to help research, track and analyze legislation.
"This internship is a tremendous opportunity to network with state leaders and develop skills that can help lead to promising careers," Heaton said. "The application deadline is fast approaching, and interested students should apply as soon as possible."
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. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) represents House District 62, which includes
portions of Greene, Monroe, Martin and Daviess counties.
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State Rep. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) represents House District 60,
which includes portions of Morgan and Monroe counties.
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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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