History and Purpose

Initiated in 1971, the Governor’s Intern Program provides Georgia’s brightest and most ambitious students with professional experience to prepare for the working world. The program consists of two components, the Internship Program and the Fellowship Program. College juniors and seniors, graduate students and law students are eligible to apply to the Internship Program, while the Fellowship Program is only open to recent college graduates.

The Internship Program offers students valuable work experience in the Governor's Office and in numerous agencies throughout the state. Interns work in a fast-paced environment and enjoy many opportunities to learn more about politics, state government and the legislative process.

The Fellowship Program is an extension of the Internship Program and offers a more in-depth look at the inner workings of the Office of the Governor. Fellows must be recent college graduates and have the ability to work full-time for six months. Like interns, fellows are placed in a specific department based on academic and career interests, but the longer tenure allows fellows to build a foundation for a career in state government or politics.

Both interns and fellows receive stipends, with hourly wages determined by the individual’s level of education. The application process for each program is highly competitive, consisting of an application and two rounds of interviews. More information about the program and application process can be found in the various sections of this website. Thank you for your interest in the Governor’s Intern Program!