Maryland Secretary of State Internship Information

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Office of the Secretary of State of Maryland internship program gives students the opportunity to gain an understanding of the various responsibilities of the office.

The program is open to all exceptional (3.0 GPA or higher) undergraduate students who are Maryland residents and qualified foreign students with U.S. Student Visas (F1). The internship is based on a rotation throughout the different departments in the office including certification, charities, notaries, and the housing and condominium authority. Interns will also learn about the role of international affairs under the Secretary of State and has the opportunity to attend related events as they occur. The program also provides an arena in which the intern may actively participate in the day-to-day operations of State government at all levels. Flexible work schedules are available. Internship appointments are generally made for the summer months.

There are no application forms, although applicants are required to furnish a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two references.

Applications will be accepted on a continual basis. Information and inquiries should be addressed to:

Note: Applications for interns for Summer 2008 are no longer being accepted

Sherry Wiedemer
Office of the Secretary of State
State House
Annapolis, Maryland 21401

410-974-5521 ext. 5549 or
888-874-0013 ext. 5549 (toll free in Maryland)
410-974-5527 fax