Looking to dip your toes in political waters or perhaps wading into the depths of state governance? Indiana House Republicans are on the hunt for interns, ready to immerse themselves in the fast-paced world of the 2026 legislative session. The call, issued by State Reps. Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) and Jake Teshka (R-North Liberty), promises a paid, full-time opportunity for those versed in academia's halls—whether you're a college student, recent graduate, or further along the scholastic path in graduate or law school.
The legislators highlight this as a chance to get a practical grasp on state government by jumping headfirst into the legislative hustle. "Interning at the Statehouse gives local students the ability to work with legislators, and add professional experience to their resume," Jordan stated in an announcement reported by the Indiana House Republicans website. Indeed, such an opening serves more than academic credit; it weaves real-world threads into the fabric of a burgeoning career.
For those whose curiosity tips towards the inner workings of policy and communication—and who don’t mind the Monday through Friday, 9-to-5 grind—the Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis is the stage where the action unfolds, during a legislative session stretching from January to March. Teshka himself a product of such nurturing grounds, assures of the internship's value. "Through the House internship, students will gain direct experience in the legislative process, learn in-depth about how policy impacts Hoosiers and build connections that can launch or grow a career," he said, his own beginnings an echo of the possibilities that lie ahead for new entrants, as per Indiana House Republicans.
It's not just reading and running though; the interns will pair with staff members, tending to the needs of an assigned group of state representatives. Amidst the academic zeal of a spring semester placement, interns will rub shoulders with legislative leaders, state agencies, and entities reflecting the private sector, also taking part in a speaker series that boasts Indiana's civic figureheads. From legislative operations to policy craftsmanship and finessing communication strategies, these positions outline a roadmap to understanding—and perhaps shaping—the face of local governance.
