STATEHOUSE (Aug. 26, 2024) – Applications to intern with Indiana House Republicans for the 2025 legislative session are now open, according to State Reps. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) and Chris May (R-Bedford).
Bartels said the Indiana House of Representatives offers a spring semester internship at the Statehouse in Indianapolis during the legislative session, which will start in January and conclude in April. House Interns earn $900 biweekly and work full time, Monday through Friday.
"Students can apply for a Statehouse internship and earn valuable real-world experience," Bartels said. "An opportunity like this is a vital addition to a resume and often kickstarts an individual's professional career."
May said internships are open to college students and recent graduates of all majors. Interns get free parking, career and professional development assistance, enrollment access to an Indiana government class, and opportunities to earn academic credits through their college or university.
"Students with all different types of academic backgrounds can apply to the Statehouse internship program," May said. "The position can boost their skills including communication, research and critical thinking."
Internships are open to college students and recent graduates of all majors. Interns get free parking, career and professional development assistance, enrollment access to an Indiana government class, and opportunities to earn academic credits through their college or university. Interns are also eligible to apply for a competitive $3,000 scholarship to use toward undergraduate and graduate expenses.
The program offers opportunities for students to work in various departments related to their studies, including legislative operations, policy and communications. Applications are available online at indianahouserepublicans.com/internship and are due by Oct. 31.
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State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) represents House District 74,
which includes all of Crawford, Perry and Spencer counties, and portions of Dubois and Orange counties.
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State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford) represents House District 65,
which includes all of Lawrence County, and portions of Jackson, Orange and Washington counties.
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