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RPT Internship Program

What does an RPT internship look like?

Interns are a vital part of daily activities at the RPT headquarters in downtown Austin. The Party thrives on the assistance of self-motivated, diligent, responsible young people who volunteer their time in exchange for learning Party process, honing office skills, and gaining valuable political experience. Interns work with staff on projects such as engagement, communications, fundraising, data, polling, policy implementation, event planning, and community outreach. Many receive college credit for their work (check with your college).

What is expected of an RPT intern?

As an intern, you will be expected to show up at the office for regular shifts, as planned with your supervisor. Our regular office hours are 9:00am-5:00pm, Monday through Friday, and morning and afternoon shifts are available. Weekend and evening events may be scheduled occasionally but are not mandatory for interns. Most interns work from 10-15 hours a week, and we are happy to accommodate school/work schedules.

Internship Dates:

Spring 2026: rolling application | open NOW

 

All RPT staff and interns are expected to provide support to our SREC members and Republican County Chairs and to promote and advance the Party platform and core beliefs.

We will also expect you to be self-motivated and responsible in following through on assigned tasks. These tasks will vary depending on our needs and also depending on where you have been assigned. All interns will take shifts answering phones, and all are expected to participate in some level of data entry. Interns may be assigned mostly to specific departments, such as Communications, Operations,  Election Administration, etc. Duties can include working with social media, engagement projects, incoming mail, writing/drafting, research, and more.

Who should apply to be an RPT intern?

If you meet all or most of these qualifications, we encourage you to apply:

  • Strongly committed to Republican principles and strongly desire to advance them in Texas
  • Proficient in typing and using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google docs & spreadsheets
  • Skilled at communication
  • Disciplined, responsible, self-motivated
  • Creative at problem-solving
  • Comfortable with technology
  • In college (or college-age — college attendance not required)
  • Some political-related experience preferred (grassroots, previous internships, campaign/legislative work, college clubs, etc.)
  • Have transportation to downtown Austin
  • Able to commit to at least 10-15 hours per week for at least 3 months
  • Familiar with the RPT Legislative Priorities

Apply Online

Please fill out our interest form

What is the Republican Party of Texas?

The Republican Party of Texas (“RPT”) is comprised of millions of Republican voters across the State of Texas and exists to promote a conservative philosophy of government. The Party’s leadership includes a Chair, a Vice Chair, and a board of directors elected every two years by Republican delegates called the State Republican Executive Committee. Delegates also codify our Party’s beliefs and legislative goals into a platform and determine our Rules by which we operate. Across Texas, more and more citizens from all walks of life are identifying themselves with the Republican Party’s values and ideals. Today, Texas is the largest solidly Republican state in America and as goes Texas, so goes the nation.

RPT’s Mission:

  • To promote a conservative philosophy of government:
  • By promoting conservative principles; and
  • By providing the infrastructure through which those who share our conservative principles can get involved in the political process, run for and be elected to public office, and govern according to our principles when elected.

Read our Rules, Platform and Bylaws to learn more.

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