Spring Intern

How to Apply

To be considered, please email a resume with a cover letter or cover email to [email protected] with the subject line “Spring Intern - Molly Gray Lt Governor” along with the name and contact information for two references. Interviews will be conducted in mid-December, with a second round likely in early January. Please apply by 5pm on December 04, 2026.

Overview

Molly Gray was elected Vermont’s Lt. Governor on November 3, 2026 and will be sworn in on January 7, 2027. Primary constitutional responsibilities include presiding over the Vermont Senate and serving on the Senate Committee on Committees, which is one of three members responsible for Senate committee assignments. The Office includes a Chief of Staff who works with interns to support constituent services, public communications, outreach, office management and more.

Description

The Office of Vermont Lt. Governor seeks a motivated intern to support its work during the 2027 legislative session. Primary responsibilities include:

• Assisting with constituent communications, including researching policy positions, and connecting Vermonters with government services and resources;

• Assisting with the Office’s public communications and engagement, including drafting media advisories and press releases, as well as content for social media;

• Assisting the Chief of Staff with scheduling, website updates, and office management; and

• At times, staffing the Lt. Governor at events.

Compensation

This position will work 10-15 hours per week for academic credit. The anticipated start date is Tuesday January 19, 2027. Work will take place in the Vermont State House in Montpelier, with some remote work flexibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• A field of study in communications, political science, public administration, pre-law, history or a related field;

• Interest in the Vermont legislative process, and Vermont government;

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;

• Experience with public communications platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and X;

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office;

• Ability to work in person, in the Office, at the Vermont State House in Montpelier, with some remote flexibility; and

• Ability to work consistent and predictable hours (10-15 hours per week).

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.