Kentucky Students Complete Summer Internships in Congressman Comer’s D.C. Office

WASHINGTON-Today, Congressman James Comer (R-Ky.) recognized Kentucky students Sidney Acree, Talbott Dilger, Lauren Goldberg, and Preston Jenkins for recently completing summer internships in his Washington D.C. office. While serving Kentucky's 1^st Congressional District, Sidney, Talbott, Lauren, and Preston were dedicated to helping Congressman Comer's staff research legislative issues, provide office assistance, and conduct constituent Capitol tours.

"Sidney, Talbott, Lauren, and Preston were an exceptional addition to my Washington office, and I want to thank them for their willingness to serve Kentucky's 1st Congressional District this summer. This group has a bright future ahead of them, and I look forward seeing their future achievements," Congressman Comer said.

Sidney Acree, a Cumberland County native, is pursuing her undergraduate degree at the University of Kentucky studying English with a pathway in Creative Writing.

"This summer has been nothing short of amazing. I have learned how to participate in the professional world and there is no better way to learn about your government than working in it," Ms. Acree said.

Talbott Dilger, a Jefferson County native, is pursuing his undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University studying Human and Organizational Development.

"This internship better prepared me to deal with government interactions and policies as well as helping to develop my interpersonal and networking skills," Mr. Dilger said.

Lauren Goldberg, a Jefferson County native, is pursuing her undergraduate degree at the University of Tennessee Knoxville studying Psychology.

"Throughout this internship I learned how to better my communication skills through constituent relations, among many other invaluable skills. It has also helped me gain valuable knowledge of the government and the creation of laws," Ms. Goldberg said.

Preston Jenkins, a McCracken County native, is pursuing his undergraduate degree at Western Kentucky University studying Photojournalism and Political Science.

"This internship allowed me to see how Congress functions behind scenes. I was able to build relationships with other interns and staff all around Capitol Hill and hear all the perspectives they had to share," Mr. Jenkins said.

In the Washington, DC office, internships run throughout the fall, spring or summer semesters for college students. They may be asked to answer phones, run errands, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer constituent letters on various issues before the House.

Additional internship information and application materials may be found at https://comer.house.gov/internships.

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