Governor Chris Gregoire with her summer 2006 policy, communications, legal and external affairs interns

Governor Gregoire's Internship Program

Governor Gregoire is proud to invite Washington's future leaders to serve as volunteer interns in her office. This program allows college students to make a significant contribution to our state, while earning academic credit, exploring career options and gaining valuable professional experience.

Intern projects may include researching and analyzing public policy, helping staff organize recommendations for Governor Gregoire as she appoints the members of boards and commissions, organizing community events for Governor Gregoire and assisting in constituent services and communications.

Interns will work closely with Governor Gregoire's staff on these meaningful projects. The experience gained in our internship program will enhance your resume, giving you an important career advantage.

Governor Gregoire’s interns serve in her offices in Olympia, Vancouver and Spokane.  Full-time and part-time internships are available. We welcome applications from college juniors, seniors, and graduate students with strong academic backgrounds who are willing to make a serious commitment to public service. Out-of-state students are also welcome to apply.

To apply, please submit:

(Please note, applications will only be considered once all requested documents have been received.)

  1. The Internship Application Form. Click here to download the form (in PDF), sign and submit via US Mail.
  2. A written statement describing why you want to be an intern in Governor Gregoire’s office; why public service is important to you; the areas of work that most appeal to you; the skills you wish to develop; and your long-term career goals (please send via e-mail).
  3. An unofficial transcript sent from your college (please mail us a hardcopy to the address listed below).
  4. A copy of your resume and three references (please send via e-mail).

Please contact us if you have questions or wish to submit an internship application:

Geri Nelson
(360) 902-4111
Office of the Governor
P.O. Box 40002
Olympia, WA 98504-0002

Externships within the Office of the General Counsel are handled through a separate application and interview process.  Please contact General Counsel for more information.