Legislative Intern - In-Person, $125/Week Stipend

ExactHire; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 5,100 - 6,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend: $125/week

Job summary

The Minnesota Senate offers an in-person internship for individuals interested in the legislative process. Interns will gain understanding of the Legislature, its structure, functions, policies, and resource allocation.

Applications for the 2027 Session are due October 30, 2026. Interns receive a $125 per week stipend and must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED. The internship starts in January and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Intern at least 8 hours per week (in-person only).
• Attend Intern Orientation.
• Attend Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Training.
• Attend a mid-Session check in with Senate Information.
• Complete a portfolio containing at least three documents completed during Session.

Responsibilities

• Bill tracking
• Researching bills
• Attend hearings
• Internal and external communications (i.e. constituent responses, newsletters)
• Additional tasks specific to your designated office
• Start in January.

Skills

Bill tracking

Researching bills

Attend hearings

Communications

Portfolio development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Minnesota Senate offers an in-person internship for individuals interested in the legislative process. Interns will gain understanding of the Legislature, its structure, functions, policies, and resource allocation.

Applications for the 2027 Session are due October 30, 2026. Interns receive a $125 per week stipend and must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED. The internship starts in January and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.