Wanted: House Republican Interns The Indiana House of Representatives is accepting applications for the 2012 legislative session. This internship is a great opportunity to learn about state government, the legislative process and to attain valuable skills in a professional work environment. Qualified candidates are graduate or undergraduate students, who are hardworking and motivated. Our interns come from a variety of educational backgrounds, such as political science, business, history and communications. The internship will last the duration of the 2012 legislative session which will be from the beginning of January through March. Each intern is paired with a full-time staffer and given many important responsibilities. Interns are relied upon heavily during session, as workloads dramatically increase during this time. . Member Services - Interns work directly with an assigned group of three state representatives. They are responsible for assisting in research, tracking legislation and helping constituents who are experiencing problems with various state agencies. Interns receive a biweekly stipend of $700 and are given free parking. This is full-time internship and the typical day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, interns are encouraged to stay to provide needed aid to staff and legislators if session runs late. Applications will be accepted until October 31st, and interviews are scheduled after all required materials have been received. Many interns find that the internship turns into full-time employment once session is over or end up working for the government in a different capacity. This internship can lay the foundation for a robust career. The skills attained and connections made will prove to be invaluable, and I highly encourage anyone interested to apply. You can apply by going to this website: http://www.in.gov/legislative/house_republicans/intern2011.html Hope to see you at the Statehouse, |
