LSC Legislative Fellowship Program
For the 2023 LSC Fellowship Program:
Now Accepting Republican Caucus Application And
Media Production Application
(Democratic Caucus Positions Have Been Filled)
About the Program
Since 1963, the Ohio General Assembly, through the Legislative Service Commission (LSC), has sponsored a 13-month,
full-time, paid legislative fellowship program. The program begins the first week in December of each year and ends on
December 31 of the following year. The only eligibility requirement an applicant must meet is the completion of at least a
bachelor's degree program by December of the year in which the program begins.
Up to 24 individuals are selected each year to participate in the fellowship program.
The program is designed to provide participants with practical experience in the legislative process.
This experience often leads to permanent employment opportunities in the legislature, state or local government,
or other public or nonprofit entities.
The fellowship program is administered by LSC, in conjunction with the Ohio House of Representatives, the Ohio Senate,
and the Ohio Government Telecommunications (OGT)/The Ohio Channel. Traditionally, ten fellows are assigned to work with
members of the House, ten with members of the Senate, two with LSC, and two with OGT.
Fellows assigned to the House or Senate engage in constituent services, write speeches and news releases, and conduct research
and other related administrative work. Fellows assigned to LSC draft legislation, perform legal or fiscal research,
and attend committee meetings. Fellows assigned to OGT work as production assistants, where
they assist in streaming legislative sessions and committee hearings and in the production of public service communications.
Common bonds among current and former fellows include their strong interest in working to help people and their ability to
accomplish that through exceptional communications skills. Work as an LSC legislative fellow has provided nearly 1,000 fellows
an excellent opportunity to:
- Learn the workings of state government;
- Understand the legislative process and its subtleties;
- Provide assistance to legislators and their constituents;
- Explore careers in public service.
For more information on the LSC fellowship program, contact the LSC fellowship program administrator:
Tynita White
(614) 466-3615
Testimonials
"An outstanding introduction to government services, the [fellowship] did much to
prepare me for subsequent legislative and executive branch service, including 7+
years as Ohio's state budget director."
Greg Browning, President, Capital Partners, an Ohio-based consulting
firm
"I had a great experience in the [fellowship] program, which introduced me to the
legislative and political processes. It also prompted me to enter law school. As
a 1998 graduate of the Howard University School of Law, I realize how my knowledge
of the legislative process helped to prepare me for law school."
Damon Scott, attorney on staff with the City of San Francisco Board
Supervisors
"One of the best jobs I have ever had. The lessons I learned about politics and
legislation and governing still serve me well here in Washington."
Linda Arnsbarger, Attorney at law practicing in Washington, D.C.
"Not only does the program provide excellent experience and understanding of state
government, but it provides skills which serve an individual well in the private
sector."
Michael Bennett, Vice President of Corporate Affairs, The Longaberger
Company
"The [fellowship] has provided me with a front row seat in Ohio's political arena.
Working for three state senators allowed me to interact with various groups involved
in state government and enjoy a diverse work experience."
Jason Wetzel, Wal-Mart Stores, Senior Manager of Public Affairs for
Indiana and Kentucky