Legislative Internships

Work with a Senator or Representative in the Massachusetts Legislature

The Legislative Internship program matches second-year and third-year students with Senators and Representatives at the Massachusetts State House.
Interns may:

  • draft legislation
  • evaluate testimony
  • participate in planning meetings with legislators and staff
  • research questions of law and fact for proposed legislation
  • observe legislative strategy sessions and negotiations
  • attend floor debates and committee meetings

Faculty

The Legislative Internship Program is taught by Professor Sean Kealy.

Application Deadline

Students who would like to participate in the Legislative Internship Program in Fall 2008 or Spring 2009 must submit an Application and Preference form by Tuesday, April 29. Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.