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The deadline for 2026 applications is October 6th. 

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About the Program:

Overview

The program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the legislative environment, including committee hearings, bill drafting, constituent services, and policy analysis. This program provides students with invaluable experience in the legislative and government process and prepares them for careers in public service. 

Placement

Interns will be placed in various legislative offices and state government agencies, such as:

  • The Governor’s office
  • Senator or Representative's offices
  • Committee offices
  • Legislative staff agencies (e.g., Legislative Budget Board, Legislative Council)
  • Various state government agencies

Duties

Interns may be involved in a variety of tasks, including:

  • Researching legislative issues
  • Drafting bills and amendments
  • Attending committee hearings and floor sessions
  • Analyzing legislation
  • Providing constituent services
  • Assisting with office administration
  • Assisting with agency programs, policy development, and legislative relations
Kaden Tucker
Lauren
Jose rios

Application Requirements & Instructions:

All application materials must be submitted through the Bobcat Online Scholarship System (BOSS):

https://txstate.academicworks.com/

Eligibility Requirements

  • Applicant must be pursuing a degree at Texas State University
  • Applicant must have a GPA of 3.0 or better
  • Applicants must have sixty (60) hours completed before they participate in the program. Candidates may apply in the semester before sixty (60) are completed.

Required Application Materials

  • Application Form
  • Resumé
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • Official or Unofficial Transcript
  • Disclosure Statement

Program Costs & Scholarships

The Texas State Austin Internship Program provides funding based on annual allocation and the number of students enrolled. The TSAIP scholarship is designed to cover transportation, clothing and other expenses students would ordinarily cover through paid employment. We do not want financial concerns to keep you from applying. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Vance McMahan.

Start the Application Process

The deadline for 2026 TSAIP applications is October 6th.


Application

Have Questions?

Please email Dr. Vance McMahan here.