Maryland General Assembly Legislative Intern Program
The Maryland General Assembly Legislative Intern Program offers undergraduate students the opportunity to work directly in legislative offices during the annual legislative session, which begins the second Wednesday in January and continues through early April.
Throughout the 90-day session, interns gain firsthand experience with the daily operations of a legislative office, observe the legislative process in action, and develop a deeper understanding of Maryland’s democratic system while serving state residents.
The program places students with state senators, delegates, committees, and caucuses. This internship has been particularly popular among UMBC students and has helped many graduates secure their first post-graduation employment opportunities.
Application Information and Timeline
Applications open on Monday, September 21 and are due on Thursday, October 15. Click here for the official program website, which includes application requirements.
Faculty Sponsorship
The program requires a faculty sponsor. Dr. Mileah Kromer, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, is available to sponsor UMBC students from any major. Sponsorship requires students to complete an internship information session. Please attend a session before contacting Dr. Kromer.
Students may also earn academic credit for this internship through POLI 448: Internship in Policy, Politics, and Administration.