{"id":114,"date":"2024-01-25T19:30:23","date_gmt":"2024-01-25T19:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/?page_id=114"},"modified":"2026-10-09T17:53:35","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T17:53:35","slug":"legislative-internship-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/cas-internships\/communities-of-practice\/legislative-internship-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Vermont Legislative Internship Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Interns working directly with legislators during the 2027 legislative session<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UVM Vermont Legislative Internship Program is a professional opportunity\u2013open to juniors and seniors studying at Vermont colleges or universities\u2013that matches part-time interns with Vermont lawmakers from January to May. Interns complete tasks and provide support to legislators, committees, and staff at the Vermont State House in Montpelier.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interns will engage not only with legislators, but also with professionals working directly on real-world issues that affect Vermont citizens across a wide range of fields, including the judiciary, education, energy, commerce, technology, corrections, health care, and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nonprofits, for-profits, lobbying firms, and Vermont citizens regularly converge at the State House to debate policies that affect the lives of Vermonters. While the work will be particularly engaging for students interested in the political process, the experience will also appeal to students interested in research and policy on a wide range of areas. All students will develop professional skills while working in a fast-paced environment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our Mission<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike most legislators across the country, Vermont lawmakers do not have personal staff. This program aims to provide high-quality assistance to legislators\u2014supporting them with tasks they would typically delegate to staff. Through this work, we strive to foster meaningful, non-partisan engagement among students, legislators, and Vermonters throughout the policymaking process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Potential Intern Tasks and Projects<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attend and summarize committee hearings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide concise policy summaries and reports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track and summarize bills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide constituent services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social media support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Event planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Write press releases and letters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2025\/09\/2022_Page_Committee-Hearing.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2546 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application Process &amp; Requirements:&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please review this section thoroughly before completing your application. On the application, you will be asked to answer short answer and multiple choice questions about your professional experience, skills, and upload a one-page writing sample.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>If selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule an interview with the course instructor.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Eligibility Requirements<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must be in your 3rd or 4th year of college. Credit-standing does not apply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a 3.0 GPA or above<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend an information session prior to applying&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If selected, attend an interview with instructor. Final decision to follow. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel to the State House 1 or 2 times a week for 17 weeks, from winter to spring. You are also expected to be in Vermont by Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We ask participants to commit to this internship and not hold another internship simultaneously. You will be asked to disclose any internships, jobs, or relationships that may conflict with your work at the legislature. If you plan to intern with another organization, please do so before or after participating in this program to avoid conflicts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Program Requirements<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students must be prepared to meet professional expectations and take an active role in making the most of their internship experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Skills and Qualities Required<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Successful legislative interns should demonstrate:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Initiative:<\/strong>\u202f Ability to identify, develop, and organize tasks and projects, particularly during periods when a legislator does not have immediate assignments.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Communication:<\/strong>\u202f Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to respond promptly and professionally.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Attention to detail:<\/strong> \u202fAbility to carefully review information, identify important details, and produce accurate work.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Research and analytical skills:<\/strong>\u202f Ability to research complex issues, evaluate information, and identify key points.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Note-taking:<\/strong>\u202f Ability to stay focused and take thorough, organized notes during lengthy meetings and discussions on complex or technical issues.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Summarization:<\/strong>\u202f Ability to synthesize and clearly summarize lengthy or complicated meetings, discussions, and information.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Self-advocacy:<\/strong>\u202f Willingness to ask questions, seek clarification, communicate your needs, and take responsibility for your learning and professional development.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Concise writing:<\/strong>\u202f Ability to communicate ideas clearly, accurately, and effectively using concise written language.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Patience and flexibility:<\/strong>\u202f Ability to adapt to changing schedules, priorities, and assignments and remain engaged even when the work is routine or less exciting.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Professionalism:<\/strong>\u202f Punctuality, reliability, time management, sound judgment, and a professional approach to working with legislators, staff, colleagues, and the public.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Creative problem-solving:<\/strong>\u202f Ability to think independently, identify solutions, and approach challenges with resourcefulness.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">How to be a strong candidate<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We strongly encourage students to participate in the&nbsp;<strong>Vermont Legislative Research Service (VLRS)<\/strong>&nbsp;program. VLRS is offered only during the fall semester. Participation in VLRS provides valuable experience that can help prepare students for the legislative internship. It is not required for eligibility.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students are asked to take no more than three other courses <em>and<\/em>&nbsp;this internship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students who are abroad while applying must be prepared to go through the application process in the fall and fulfill fall requirements despite time differences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Step One: Required Information Session<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In order to apply for the Legislative Internship Program, you MUST attend a virtual information session or watch the recording prior to completing your application. If you cannot attend one of these sessions, please email Liz.First-Raddock@uvm.edu <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">5PM 10\/11 &#8211; Student Info Session <a href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/meet\/241930131566880?p=zt2360YWiSxblSbFsd\">LINK TO JOIN HERE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2PM 10\/12 &#8211; Student Info Session <a href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/meet\/287704699881074?p=1UabfyXra8Jve7RJ7w\">LINK TO JOIN HERE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">5PM 10\/13 &#8211; Student Info Session <a href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/meet\/2530893973823081?p=SHPbyA6qqaqZCB52RH\">LINK TO JOIN HERE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">3PM 10\/14 &#8211; Student Info Session <a href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/meet\/248963866183225?p=B2JDzE9Iha11isLbF8\">LINK TO JOIN HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Step Two: Apply<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The application is open! <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.cloud.microsoft\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=WHcXHGtN3EOq6zucQlYpZ3AFH1IUGp5NkQvFpKs_Qq9URU4wODJQOFhCV0M1T0gwVDdQSlJZT0NVVy4u\">Apply now<\/a>. Deadline is October 19th, 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/forms.cloud.microsoft\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=WHcXHGtN3EOq6zucQlYpZ3AFH1IUGp5NkQvFpKs_Qq9URU4wODJQOFhCV0M1T0gwVDdQSlJZT0NVVy4u\">Apply for the 2027 Legislative Session now!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(But first, review the Application Requirements below, including the required information session.)<\/em><br><strong><em>This session&#8217;s application deadline is October 19th!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div style=\"--wp--block-button--width: 100;\" class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline has-custom-width wp-block-button__width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uvm.edu\/news\/cas\/classroom-capitol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read stories from former interns!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 15%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Expectations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students must be prepared to meet professional expectations and deadlines which includes: punctuality, time management, initiative, attend take notes and summarize long, tedious or complex meetings, respond quickly, creatively problem solve, be detail oriented, and make the most of this unique experience, even if it\u2019s boring. In return, you will have an unforgettable learning experience, expand your network, and develop in-demand professional skills that will prepare you for a future career in politics, policy or any work environment.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" src=\"http:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/2024-season-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-655 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"2560\" src=\"http:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/PXL_20230109_152954925-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-657 size-full\" style=\"object-position:51% 51%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/PXL_20230109_152954925-scaled.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/PXL_20230109_152954925-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/PXL_20230109_152954925-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/PXL_20230109_152954925-1152x2048.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/PXL_20230109_152954925-1568x2788.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Internship Requirements &amp; Logistics:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All interns are required to travel to the State House in Montpelier each week to complete 8 in-person hours and are responsible for arranging their own transportation. UVM students must also attend class on campus each Monday.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, interns are expected to complete at least approximately 10 hours of legislative work each week for their legislator(s) or on other legislative-related work, for a total of 200 hours. Interns should expect to spend additional hours at the start of the program getting oriented, familiarizing themselves with the legislative process, and establishing their workflow. Class and travel time do not count toward the 200-hour requirement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Weekly Schedule<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Legislature meets from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. Some committees meet before 8 AM. Students are required to spend a minimum of 8 hours per week in person at the State House. We ask that students arrange their schedules to include at least one weekday without classes in order to travel to the State House in Montpelier on a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday to fulfill this in-person requirement.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Transportation Information<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the Vermont State House. Public transportation is available. For UVM students, the Green Mountain Transit (GMT) bus from Burlington to Montpelier takes approximately one hour each way. Non-UVM students should consult the GMT schedule for route and timing information.<br><br>Because legislators represent communities across Vermont, interns may occasionally be asked to travel to other parts of the state to visit local offices or meet with constituents. Attendance at a town meeting is required.<br><br>Carpooling with other interns in the program is strongly encouraged.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 15%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Schedule &amp; Matching<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Vermont Legislative Internship Program follows UVM&#8217;s Winter &amp; Spring semester schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Intern-Legislator or Committee Matches: <\/strong>Interns will be matched with legislators or committee by mid-to-late November and will be expected to meet with your legislator at least once before December 19, 2026 to introduce yourself, discuss tasks and scheduling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Weeks 1 &amp; 2: Dec 28 &#8211; January 8<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first 5 days of the program (Dec. 28 &#8211; Jan. 1) will be remote and will consist of training modules designed to prepare you for the upcoming internship experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2nd week of the program will be in-person at the State House for Orientation (Jan. 4 &#8211; Jan. 5) and the official start of the session, so you must be back in Burlington by Jan. 3rd. The internship begins on Jan. 6th<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Week 3: January 11 &#8211; May 7<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your internship will be in full swing come the third week of the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Internship continues as scheduled with the exception of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Legislature does not meet during Town Meeting Day but interns are required to attend Town Meeting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"http:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/2022_Frix-Trillo_Adjudanpoor_Floor.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-650 size-full\" style=\"object-position:66% 48%\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" src=\"http:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/statehouseinternship_1170x778.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-658 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/statehouseinternship_1170x778.png 1170w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/statehouseinternship_1170x778-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/statehouseinternship_1170x778-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Credit Information (UVM Students)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because the Vermont Legislative Session does not line up exactly with UVM&#8217;s academic calendar, students in this program will be required to enroll in the Winter Session in addition to the Spring course for a total of 5 credits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Credit Details<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program awards a total of 5 internship credits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Winter session &#8211; 2 credits (CAS 2991 OL1\/OL2)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spring session &#8211; 3 credits (CAS 2920 D\/E)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Vermont Legislative Internship Program counts as elective internship credit. However, if the program is related to a student&#8217;s major or minor, they can request that the credit count toward their major or minor by contacting their department chairperson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Political Science students:<\/strong> With the approval of the chair or the director of undergraduate studies, this internship experience may be substituted for the POLS elective. Contact Peter VonDoepp to request approval.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Required Course Meeting Times<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The academic course associated with this program, CAS 2920 D\/E will meet every Monday from 3:30 &#8211; 4:45 PM on campus during the Spring semester.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 15%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Credit Information (Non-UVM Students)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Non-UVM students (those who are full-time students at another Vermont college or university) <strong>will not earn credit<\/strong> from UVM for this program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will be required to earn credit for this program through your home institution. You will be responsible for arranging credit at your home institution and relaying all requirements to Liz First-Raddock, program director.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Registration Details<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Upon admission to the program, non-UVM students will receive a link through which they will register for the program. At the time of registration, a $25 fee will be collected (+ credit card processing fee, if applicable). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Non-UVM students MUST register by December 19, 2025 to participate in the upcoming session.. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-accordion ab-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"ab-accordion-title\">Non-UVM student expectations<\/summary><div class=\"ab-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Non-UVM students <strong>ARE expected<\/strong> to complete all aspects of the orientation, training, and internship. Access will be provided to all program materials via Brightspace, UVM&#8217;s Learning Management System. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Non-UVM students <strong>are NOT<\/strong> expected to attend the Monday 3:30-4:45pm academic course component of the program and <strong>are NOT<\/strong> expected to complete academic course assignments. However, if you are earning credit through Norwich for this experience, you may be asked to complete some of this work to be submitted to your Norwich faculty. This will be your responsibility to arrange. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you wish to attend class sessions voluntarily, you will be welcome.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2025\/09\/202.2-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2544 size-full\" style=\"object-position:66% 52%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2025\/09\/202.2-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2025\/09\/202.2-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2025\/09\/202.2-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2025\/09\/202.2-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2025\/09\/202.2-1568x1176.jpeg 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 22%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student Testimonials:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;This experience is a good transition into the &#8220;work world&#8221;. I feel as though I am able to talk to adults in a professional manner without any anxiety or nervousness.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;The skills I learned that have been particularly useful in this experience are how to advocate for myself when concerns\/worries arise, clearly communicate when in need of clarification, and set boundaries when scheduling around my other work. Other skills specific to the internship that I have learned are how to track bills, answer constituents via email, take concise notes during committee meetings, and relay information.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;This class has helped me solidify my belief that political science is definitely what I want to study as an undergraduate.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/05\/wide_statehouse.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-230 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:20% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"http:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2025\/11\/Liz-Raddock-headshot-e1773932334186.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2776 size-full\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Liz First-Raddock (she\/her)<\/strong>,<em> Faculty<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Liz First-Raddock has more than 25 years of experience in journalism and local government and advocacy. She has worked for radio stations including Vermont Public Radio, WBUR-FM 90.9, WAMU-FM 88.5, as well as the Burlington Free Press, VTDigger, and the Vermont Office of Legislative Operations. In her role as Legislative Internship Program Director and now faculty member, Liz&nbsp;has worked with more than 200 students, helping them engage and work directly with the Vermont Legislature, build confidence, and develop professional skills for the workforce.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"mailto:Elizabeth.First-Raddock@uvm.edu\">Email Liz &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div style=\"--wp--block-button--width: 100;\" class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline has-custom-width wp-block-button__width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-outline--3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/q9Lb8c1y94\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Legislator MOU Sign Off<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div style=\"--wp--block-button--width: 100;\" class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline has-custom-width wp-block-button__width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-outline--4\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/2022_UVM_VTLegislature_MOU_fullyexecuted.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UVM-VT Legislature MOU<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-columns ab-layout-testimonial-1 ab-layout-columns-1 one-column ab-has-custom-background-color ab-columns-center\" style=\"padding-top:8%;padding-right:5%;padding-bottom:8%;padding-left:5%;background-color:#f1f1f1\"><div class=\"ab-layout-column-wrap ab-block-layout-column-gap-2 ab-is-responsive-column\" style=\"max-width:1200px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-column ab-block-layout-column\"><div class=\"ab-block-layout-column-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading center\">What have students said about the UVM Legislative Internship Program?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-bottom:5%\" class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-container ab-block-container\"><div class=\"ab-container-inside\"><div class=\"ab-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-columns ab-layout-columns-3 ab-3-col-equal\"><div class=\"ab-layout-column-wrap ab-block-layout-column-gap-2 ab-is-responsive-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-column ab-block-layout-column\"><div class=\"ab-block-layout-column-inner\">\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#32373c\" class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-testimonial left-aligned ab-has-avatar ab-font-size-18 ab-block-testimonial\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-text\"><p>&#8220;Highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in politics!&#8221;<\/p><\/div><div class=\"ab-testimonial-info\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar-wrap\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/manual\/files\/2019\/08\/icn_CDE_150x150.png\" alt=\"avatar\" \/><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"ab-testimonial-name\" style=\"color:#32373c\">Talia Goldstein<\/h2><small class=\"ab-testimonial-title\" style=\"color:#32373c\">UVM 2022<\/small><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#32373c\" class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-testimonial left-aligned ab-has-avatar ab-font-size-18 ab-block-testimonial\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-text\"><p>&#8220;This was an incredibly informative experience. I feel like I have learned more than I could have from any class. The skills that I have gained from this internship are things I will absolutely be using in my future.&#8221;<\/p><\/div><div class=\"ab-testimonial-info\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar-wrap\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/manual\/files\/2019\/08\/icn_CDE_150x150.png\" alt=\"avatar\" \/><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"ab-testimonial-name\" style=\"color:#32373c\">Intern<\/h2><small class=\"ab-testimonial-title\" style=\"color:#32373c\">UVM 2024<\/small><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-column ab-block-layout-column\"><div class=\"ab-block-layout-column-inner\">\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#32373c\" class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-testimonial left-aligned ab-has-avatar ab-font-size-18 ab-block-testimonial\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-text\"><p>&#8220;Thank you for the opportunity. It was challenging, but I learned a lot and really am so grateful for the time I spent in the program.&#8221;<\/p><\/div><div class=\"ab-testimonial-info\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar-wrap\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/manual\/files\/2019\/08\/icn_CDE_150x150.png\" alt=\"avatar\" \/><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"ab-testimonial-name\" style=\"color:#32373c\">Matt Sorenson<\/h2><small class=\"ab-testimonial-title\" style=\"color:#32373c\">UVM 2022<\/small><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#32373c\" class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-testimonial left-aligned ab-has-avatar ab-font-size-18 ab-block-testimonial\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-text\"><p>&#8220;I think it is a great opportunity and gives you access to a variety of perspectives on issues that you may never hear of otherwise.&#8221;<\/p><\/div><div class=\"ab-testimonial-info\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar-wrap\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/manual\/files\/2019\/08\/icn_CDE_150x150.png\" alt=\"avatar\" \/><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"ab-testimonial-name\" style=\"color:#32373c\">Intern<\/h2><small class=\"ab-testimonial-title\" style=\"color:#32373c\">UVM 2023<\/small><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-column ab-block-layout-column\"><div class=\"ab-block-layout-column-inner\">\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#32373c\" class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-testimonial left-aligned ab-has-avatar ab-font-size-18 ab-block-testimonial\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-text\"><p>&#8220;I have already recommended this program to a lot of my classmates and friends. I truly think this has been an invaluable experience in my college career.&#8221;<\/p><\/div><div class=\"ab-testimonial-info\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar-wrap\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/manual\/files\/2019\/08\/icn_CDE_150x150.png\" alt=\"avatar\" \/><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"ab-testimonial-name\" style=\"color:#32373c\">Intern<\/h2><small class=\"ab-testimonial-title\" style=\"color:#32373c\">UVM 2025<\/small><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#32373c\" class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-testimonial left-aligned ab-has-avatar ab-font-size-18 ab-block-testimonial\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-text\"><p>&#8220;The committee interns have been an essential element to our committee this session. Their weekly reports helped shape our policies throughout the session.&#8221;<\/p><\/div><div class=\"ab-testimonial-info\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar-wrap\"><div class=\"ab-testimonial-image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ab-testimonial-avatar\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/manual\/files\/2019\/08\/icn_alumni_150x150.png\" alt=\"avatar\" \/><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"ab-testimonial-name\" style=\"color:#32373c\">State Legislator<\/h2><small class=\"ab-testimonial-title\" style=\"color:#32373c\">Anonymous<\/small><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-primary-uvmgreen-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-1 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700;line-height:0.2\">Still have questions?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;line-height:1.5\">Email <a href=\"mailto:cas.discovery@uvm.edu\">cas.discovery@uvm.edu<\/a> &#8212; our team would be happy to assist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 has-custom-font-size is-style-outline has-regular-font-size is-style-outline--5\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/\" style=\"border-radius:100px\">CAS Experiential Learning Home Page<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"423\" src=\"http:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/UVM_CAS_Stacked-G.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-763\" style=\"width:auto;height:80px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/UVM_CAS_Stacked-G.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/site.uvm.edu\/cas-experiential-learning\/files\/2024\/06\/UVM_CAS_Stacked-G-768x301.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Interns working directly with legislators during the 2027 legislative session The UVM Vermont Legislative Internship Program is a professional opportunity\u2013open to juniors and seniors studying at Vermont colleges or universities\u2013that matches part-time interns with Vermont lawmakers from January to May. 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