General Legislative Internship General Description: The Michigan House of Representatives is currently looking to fill several internship positions for the 2018-19 academic year. Interns will have the opportunity to assist the Member and their staff in general office operations including constituent relations, communications and monitoring legislation. Selected candidates will gain valuable hands-on office and legislative experience in a fast-paced environment. Hours are negotiable. Salary Range: This is an unpaid position, but college credit is possible. See your schools Internship Coordinator or Academic Advisor. Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be a student, veteran, or participant in job entry program. Strong applicants will have a positive attitude, previous office experience including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, telephone skills, and writing skills. Knowledge of the Legislature is desired but not required. Applicants should have a writing sample and references available upon request. General Caucus: Republican, Democratic, and Non-Partisan positions available. Applicantsshould refernce this posting when applying for multiple internships at once or submitting a general internship application. Applications will be forwarded to individual departments or Member offices accordingly. Deadline: This position will remain open until filled. Contact Information: Please send cover letter, resume, and Internship Application Form (please download) to: Michigan House of Representatives Human Resources P.O. Box 30014 Lansing, MI 48909-7514 Or via email to: HumanResources@house.mi.gov The Michigan House of Representatives accepts resumes for employment only for current position vacancies. Information regarding current position vacancies at the Michigan House of Representatives can also be accessed online at www.house.mi.gov. The position is a non-civil service appointment to state government. All employees of the Michigan House of Representatives are considered "at will". The Michigan House of Representatives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michigan law prohibits discrimination based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, arrest record or handicap. If an accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact the House Human Resources Office at (517) 373-3069. An individual needing accommodations must notify the employer in writing, within 182 days after the need is known. Persons denied equal opportunity based on these conditions may file a complaint with the Michigan Civil Rights Commission. E-mail: Human Resources