Senator Chris Nybo seeks Spring legislative interns
LOMBARD - Civic-minded college students have a unique opportunity to gain some hands-on experience in Illinois government during this spring semester.
State Sen. Chris Nybo (R-Elmhurst) is seeking area college students who wish to volunteer as interns during the coming months in his District office in Lombard.
"The Legislative Intern Program provides community-minded young people an inside view of state government, including legislation and constituent communications, through supervised projects and other efforts with experienced staff," Nybo said.
"As I head to Springfield with fellow legislators to embark on another session, interns will have a chance at truly being part of the process. Their efforts with my staff will help me get some much-needed work done to benefit my District and all of Illinois," he said.
The internship program will be offered from February through May. It provides hands-on experience in community relations and communications, monitoring local issues, along with research projects.
"I was given more responsibility and creative liberty than I ever expected, and it helped me grow as a student and as a professional by leaps and bounds," said former intern Amanda Nero, a University of Missouri student. "The people I met and opportunities I was given, made this a great way to spend my summer."
Interns say they expect benefits to extend beyond college education and experiences.
"The connections I have made, and skills I have learned will benefit me for years to come," said Meredith Cantey, an Indiana University student who interned last year. "I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to intern for the Nybo Office."
The district staff will work with students in need of education and community service credits. Internships are flexible in terms of hours and length of commitment for students who may have other obligations.
Applications are available on Nybo's website at http://www.chrisnybo.org/. Applicants are encouraged to provide a resume by e-mail to chris@chrisnybo.org by Feb. 15 for the spring semester internship program. Applications for the summer program will be accepted as well. For more information, call Nybo's district office at 630-969-0990 or send an e-mail to chris@chrisnybo.org.