The UCF Scholars Legislative Program offers a premier, immersive, full-time experience during the Legislative Session.
From the classroom to the Capitol, students gain firsthand exposure to the legislative process by working directly in Tallahassee. UCF Legislative Scholars is a prestigious nonpartisan Spring Internship program that will place students with state legislative offices, or lobbyist offices, full-time in support of the Florida Legislative Session in Tallahassee, Florida. Each selected intern will be
05/19/2026
Join us in celebrating our Spring 2026 Legislative Scholar graduates!
All of your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have continued to pay off, and we could not be more proud of everything you have accomplished. Your future is bright, and we cannot wait to watch your Capitol to career story unfold.
Go Knights, Charge On!🖤💛
Join us for Cookies & Conversations! 🍪
Stop by our information session on Thursday, April 30th in Student Union Room 222 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. to learn more about the program, the application process, and get your questions answered during a Q&A.
Bring a friend you’d love to share a sweet treat with and RSVP to save your spot using the link in our bio—we’ll see you there!
04/20/2026
Join us in congratulating Brooke Martin, 2023 UCF Legislative Scholar and Florida Gubernatorial Fellow (Class XX), on receiving the Hoffman Public Service Award, presented by Governor Ron DeSantis!
This distinguished recognition honors fellows who continue their careers in public service beyond their fellowship experience. In her role with the Florida Division of Emergency Management, Brooke supports communities across the state before, during, and after disasters and demonstrates a sustained commitment to public service in action.
From her time serving in Senator Jason Brodeur’s office as a Legislative Scholar, to her continued impact across Florida, Brooke exemplifies leadership, resilience, and a steadfast dedication to serving others. 🌀
At the UCF Board of Trustees meeting on April 15, 2026, President Cartwright gave a powerful shout‑out to our Legislative Scholars Program, describing it as “applied experience at the highest level.”
Through hands‑on learning, real‑world legislative engagement, and public service, our Legislative Scholars are gaining invaluable experience that truly sets them apart. Thank you to our 2026 Legislative Scholars for setting the stage with a level of dedication, professionalism, and excellence that truly reflects the strength of this program.
Thank you, President Cartwright, for recognizing the impact of this outstanding program and our exceptional scholars!
04/09/2026
Knights took over Tallahassee this Legislative Session for UCF Day at the Capitol! ⚔️🖤💛
Hosted by Student Government, this annual event brings students to the Florida Capitol to support the future of UCF. For our Legislative Scholars, it was truly a stellar experience seeing other students representing Knight Nation. ✨
In honor of , we’re highlighting moments that make the UCF experience unforgettable! Support our program & all of our stellar experiences by using the donation link in our bio!
💫 Alumni, comment your favorite event during your internship!
04/09/2026
How it started vs. how it’s going…featuring 2016 scholar alumna Jamilah Felix!
During her time in Tallahassee, she was assigned to the office of Senator Alan Hays. Fast-forward to today, Jamilah is making an impact across Central Florida as the Manager of Government Relations for AdventHealth where she focuses on building strategic partnerships to influence positive change.
She is a perfect spotlight for as a Double Knight who continues to make a difference! Alumni, share your Capitol to Career story in the comments!🖤💛
Join us as we kick off this series breaking down the application process, the experience, and what to expect as we Charge On to the Capitol ⚡️
03/23/2026
Join us to learn more about our program and how it prepares you for real experience in Florida’s legislature and join the Sixth District Court of Appeals for a unique experience to witness live oral arguments!
📍 DPAC 106 — UCF Downtown
🗓️ Tuesday, March 24
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thank you for inviting us!
03/13/2026
As our current UCF Legislative Scholars wrap up their final day working in the Florida Capitol, we’re excited to launch the next opportunity.
Applications for the Spring 2027 Legislative Scholars Internship are now open!
Our program offers a premier, immersive, full-time experience during the Spring 2027 Legislative Session. From the classroom to the Capitol, students gain firsthand exposure to the legislative process by working directly with legislative staff and professional lobbyists in Tallahassee.
Applications due September 20, 2026.
The application can be found through the link in our bio and will be submitted through InfoReady.
As we launch the Spring 2027 application cycle, are you ready to go from the classroom to the Capitol? Drop a 🚀 in the comments if you’re ready.
See you next week at the Career and Internship Expo from 12:30PM - 4:30PM at the Addition Financial Arena! Come ready to meet the team and learn more about our application for the 2027 legislative session 🙌
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |