Legislator for a Day

photo of students who attended 2023 Legislator for a Day

The Legislator for a Day program provides students with the unique opportunity to “shadow” a member of the Pennsylvania General Assembly in Harrisburg!

Join us for an opportunity to gain insight into the legislative process and experience a day in the life of a state representative or state senator while in session at the Capitol.

When is the program offered?

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Application Deadline

The application window closed on Friday, February 16.

Benefits

  • Connect and network with high level staffers 
  • Learn about PA politics and the career paths
  • Ask them questions about how you can get a job in state government 

Eligibility

All University of Pittsburgh undergraduate students pursuing any major. 

Transportation & Lodging

We depart for Harrisburg on Monday, March 18 in the early evening. Transportation and accommodation are provided by the IOP, Elsie Hillman Civic Forum.

photo of students in Harrisburg attending Legislator for a Day

2023 Legislator for a Day Hosts

Sen. Bartolotta (R)

Rep. Kinkead (D)

Rep. Innamorato (D)

Rep. Aerion Abney (D)

Chairman Pisciottano (D)

Sen. Costa (D)

Rep. Deasy (D)

Rep. Mercuri (R)

Rep. Frankel (D)

Sen. Fontana (D)

Rep. Struzzi (R)

Rep. Venkat (D)