FAU FLORIDA LEGISLATIVE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (FFLIP)

Welcome

The Florida Atlantic University Florida Legislative Internship Program provides an opportunity for students to experience first-hand how public policy is developed and participate in the legislative 
process while gaining full-time internship experience and course credit hours. Interns will work for an assigned Senator or Representative in the Florida State Legislature, and learn about the role and 
responsibilities of elected officials and the broader environment in which they work.

During their time at the State Capitol, interns will gain knowledge of how state government works, how the legislative process works, while making lifelong career contacts and friendships.

PROGRAM INFORMATION FFLIP Alumni FFLIP 2024 Cohort

 

Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the Internship program will:

• Develop a deeper understanding of the state legislative process
• Read, understand and interpret policy and constituent related research
• Understand the daily activities and functions of a state legislative office
• Develop professional competencies in life skills, such as time-management, prioritizing tasks, and 
  organizational networking
• Work during the entire legislative session both in the office and committees and witness first-hand 
  how legislation is passed in Tallahassee
• Develop written and oral communication skills while interacting with legislators, professional staff, 
  constituents and lobbyists
• Develop abilities to time-manage projects, network and provide leadership on issues important to 
  Florida communities