Local Legislators Seek Statehouse Interns for 2024 Session

House internships are open to college students and recent graduates of all majors.

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INDIANAPOLIS - State Reps. Alex Zimmerman (R- North Vernon) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

According to Zimmerman, House interns will be paid $900 bi-weekly as they work in downtown Indianapolis during session, which starts in January and concludes mid-March.

"During my time as an intern at the Statehouse, my eyes were opened to all the different avenues and opportunities available," Zimmerman said. "Now, as a state representative, I hope to see young Hoosiers participate in this excellent learning experience and turn connections into careers."

Patterson said House internships are open to college students and recent graduates of all majors.

"Students will have an opportunity to showcase their talents, build on their skills and develop valuable connections," Patterson said. "Interning at the Statehouse is a great way to grow your professional network, which could lead to a full-time job."

Paid, spring-semester intern positions are full time, Monday through Friday, and include free parking, career and professional development assistance, enrollment access to an Indiana government class, and opportunities to earn academic credits through the student's college or university. Interns are also eligible to apply for a competitive $3,000 scholarship to use toward undergraduate and graduate expenses.

According to Patterson, students can apply for internships in a variety of departments related to their field of study, including legislative operations, policy, and communications and media relations.  

Applications are available online at indianahouserepublicans.com/internship and are due by Oct. 31.