Governor accepting summer intern applications

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PIERRE — Gov. Dennis Daugaard is currently accepting internship applications for this summer. The paid position will run from May to September.

Governor’s office interns have the opportunity to work at the highest level of state government. The Governor’s office internship is policy-driven and will provide an in-depth education on South Dakota state government.

Interns’ duties will depend on interests and strengths. Typical duties have included aiding in policy development, research, and staffing the governor, lieutenant governor and first lady. Previous intern projects have included:

* Missouri River flooding issues.

* Red tape review.

* Criminal justice initiative.

* South Dakota Workforce Initiatives (SD WINS).

The intern position is open to all post-secondary students, graduate students or recent graduates. Preference will be given to South Dakota residents attending South Dakota colleges or universities.

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and at least two letters of recommendation by March 1, via email, to Will.Mortenson@state.sd.us. (Resumes preferred, but an application is available at http://bop.sd.gov/ workforus/intern/default.aspx)

For more information on duties or logistics, please visit http://sd.gov/governor/Internship.aspx or contact Will Mortenson at Will.Mortenson@state.sd.us.