Applications open for 2025 House Republican Internship Program

Internships in 2025 will be from January through April.

The House Republican Caucus is now accepting applications for paid internships during the 2025 legislative session.

The Indiana House of Representatives Republican Internship Program offers paid, spring semester internships at the Indiana Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis. This internship is a unique opportunity to gain practical knowledge of state government through active participation in the legislative process.

Working closely with legislators, interns develop professional skills while strengthening their political knowledge. The experiences gained while interning with the House Republican Caucus will benefit students’ academic growth. During the legislative session, House Republican interns are a part of a governing body that produces laws and shapes public policy for Indiana's 6 million residents.  

The House Republican Caucus offers internship opportunities in a variety of departments:

Legislative
• Work directly with an assigned group of state representatives.
• Research and respond to legislative questions.
• Track bills through the legislative process.
• Aid in committee coverage and preparing reports.
• Communicate directly with constituents via mail, phone, and email.

Communications/Media Relations
• Work directly with an assigned press secretary and group of state representatives.
• Write press releases, guest columns and e-newsletters.
• Monitor news coverage and track social media.
• Help setup press conferences and media availabilities.
• Take photos during events and coordinate media interviews.
• Opportunities available to focus on social media, graphic design and audio/video production.

Policy
• Research, track and analyze amendments and bills.
• Prepare committee reports for legislators.
• Search for existing language in the Indiana Code.
• Assist staff and legislators with legislative and fiscal inquiries.
• Public Speaking.

Eligibility
Undergraduate sophomores, juniors and seniors; recent college graduates; graduate and law school students are eligible to apply for internships. All majors are welcome to apply – no previous political or government experience is required. Top applicants will demonstrate strong writing and interpersonal skills, project a positive attitude and be willing to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits
Interns are paired with a member of the House Republican staff to work directly with an assigned group of state representatives. They earn a $900 bi-weekly compensation.
Interns may be eligible for academic credit through their college or university, and scholarship opportunities also are available.
Other benefits include networking opportunities with state legislators, state agencies and private sector organizations; and participation in a weekly speaker series featuring Indiana political leaders.
To learn more and apply, visit https://www.indianahouserepublicans.com/house/internship. Contact the following intern directors with questions: