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 Timeline:
Applications are typically due in mid-October. Students should consult the official program website for the most current deadline and application details.
Faculty Sponsorship:
The program requires a faculty sponsor. At UMBC, Mileah Kromer is available to sponsor students from any major. Students seeking sponsorship should email her at mkromer@umbc.edu to request a meeting.
Political Science majors may also earn academic credit for their internship through POLI 448: Internship in Policy, Politics, and Administration.