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July 8, 2022
Dear John,
Guest Weekly Column: Meet the Interns
By Interns Haley, Jack, Margaret, & Quinn
What some people don’t know about the innerworkings of Congress is that a lot of work is done by young, smart individuals—interns. Interns help in Congressman Johnson’s Washington, D.C., Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and Aberdeen offices. Interns identify bills to cosponsor, write memos on proposed legislation, sit in on meetings, answer constituent phone calls, and compile daily news briefings.
Meet the 4 summer interns for Congressman Dusty Johnson:
Haley grew up in Wagner, South Dakota and is studying Criminal Justice and Political Science at the University of South Dakota (USD). Her favorite part of the internship is talking to constituents to about their concerns and researching bills for potential support.
Jack is a junior at USD studying History and Political Science. After graduation he wants to pursue a career in political analytics.
Margaret is a rising senior at USD, studying Political Science and Opera. While interning in the D.C. office, she has enjoyed working with the communications team and has learned how to invoke positive change in South Dakota.
Quinn, our Ben Reifel fellow, is pursuing a degree in Political Science at the University of Arizona. As a member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe, she is passionate about Tribal Affairs and enjoys working with our dedicated staff to learn more about the intricacies of Congress.
Interning in a congressional office brings a unique experience to students who want to learn and grow before entering the workforce. When asked about her time in the office, Margaret said, “You do work that makes a real difference and learn about areas that interest you. We are surrounded by a team who are leaders in their fields that aid us in becoming a well-rounded young professional.”
The Ben Reifel Fellowship is a specialized internship for college students who are interested in federal-tribal relations or Native issues. When asked about her internship, Quinn said, “I get to see things that I learn in my classes happen before my eyes. Being a part of policymaking is truly a one-of-a-kind event that I will remember forever.”
Dusty’s fall internship is open now, if you or someone you know would like to intern in one of South Dakota’s congressional offices, please visit his website to apply.
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Summer Intern Class 2022
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