The program offers these graduate students the opportunity to observe the legislative process and gain "hands on" experience by participating in a two-part program:

• Training: The interns are employed with the OPR (usually July through mid-September) learning the skills needed to assist committees during session.
• Legislative session: The interns return to the OPR in January for that part of the legislative session corresponding with winter quarter. Depending on the arrangements with their school, the interns may earn school credit for the winter quarter.

Legal interns work under the supervision of committee counsel and public affairs interns are supervised by counsel or analysts. Assignments vary depending on the activities and needs of the House committees. Generally, projects include researching legal and policy issues, analyzing legislative proposals, and drafting potential legislation for consideration during session.

Recruitment for the 2008-09 Legal Internship is now closed.

Recruitment for the 2008-09 Public Affairs Internship is now closed.

The Washington State House of Representatives is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or needing this job announcement in an alternative format, should call (206) 786-7101 or TDD: 1-800-635-9993.