Internship Application

​​The Office of Governor Tony Evers is looking for energetic, responsible, and passionate individuals to join the Madison office as interns for the upcoming semester. Interns are an integral part of the Governor’s team, providing support in either the constituent services or appointments departments. It is essential that applicants have strong communication skills, demonstrate maturity and responsibility, and understand the importance of attention to detail, but prior political experience is not required.​
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Intern Duties and Responsibilities (Constituent Services):

• Take live calls, log voicemails, and call constituents back, entering each phone call into the office database
• Monitor incoming email correspondence, processing each email in the office database
• Perform clerical duties, such as data entry and organizational tasks, as needed
• Participate in professional development events and activities

Intern Duties and Responsibilities (Appointments):

• Review application materials for applicants to gubernatorial boards and commissions
• Draft professional bios for applicants
• Perform clerical duties, such as data entry and organizational tasks, as needed
• Participate in professional development events and activities​

Intern Requirements and Qualifications:

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills​
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas​
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential material in a responsible and respectful manner​
• ​Availability to work in-person at the State Capitol in Madison​

Benefits:

• 10 hours per week at $15 per hour for the duration of the semester (approx. 3 months)
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities to gain knowledge of the Governor's Office and state government in Wisconsin, experience how both a professional and political office function, and work with top officials in the political field

Note: You will be required to upload a cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format to complete the application process. Other required questions are noted with an asterisk. Please complete the application in one session. You cannot save and return to the application at a later time and the session may time out after 30 minutes of inactivity. Using the Google Chrome internet browser is recommended.​

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