This year, 14 Georgia Institute of Technology students are gaining firsthand experience in the legislative process through the Georgia Legislative Internship Program (GLIP). For more than 40 years, students from across the state have been selected through a competitive process to work alongside legislators, committees, and staffers.
Throughout the legislative session, interns contribute to policy discussions while gaining valuable insight into state government.
Meet the students representing the Institute under the Gold Dome this year and learn more about what they’re hoping to take away from this unique experience.
Quinlan Childs-Goodwin
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Placement: Senator Max Burns
“I hope I leave this internship proud not only of what I learned, but of how fully I stepped into every opportunity I was given.”
Emalee Collins
Hometown: Rome, GA
Placement: Senate Education and Youth Committee
“This program truly is unlike any other! In just a week, GLIP has already brought the legislative process to life for me. As the session continues, I’m looking forward to gaining a deeper, firsthand understanding of how policy moves from ideas to action and learning from the many people, from legislators and staff to lobbyists and advocates, who work every day to make our state better. I’m grateful for the chance to be even a small part of that.”
Betcy Eliseo
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Placement: Senate Rules Committee
“I hope to gain a much deeper understanding and appreciation for the legislative process, and I am very excited to be surrounded by individuals that share a common passion for lawmaking and our state government.”
Audrey Ferguson-Brown
Hometown: Stockbridge, GA
Placement: House Minority Leader
“I'm hoping my GLIP experience gives me a deeper understanding of how policy truly impacts people's lives and the skills to be an effective advocate for my community. Working with Leader Hugley's office, I want to learn how to lead with both conviction and collaboration. Ultimately, growing into a leader who listens first and serves with purpose.”
Daniella Gazzara
Hometown: Suwannee, GA
Placement: House Economic Development and House Human Relations Committees
“I am hoping to learn more about our legislative process and all its integral parts.”
Adelaida Jaramillo
Hometown: Marietta, GA
Placement: House Public and Community Health Committee
"I am beyond excited for the opportunity to witness the crux of vital policy making. I have had a long-held passion for health policy, and I am eager to aid in the political process that is sure to help all Georgians."
Victoria Jones
Hometown: Buford, GA
Placement: Senate Natural Resources Committee
“I hope to discover if politics is a career I’d like to pursue.”
Stephen Maddox
Hometown: Locust Grove, GA
Placement: House Majority Leader
“As a GLIP intern, I’m excited to apply the knowledge I’ve gained and the skills I’ve developed in the classroom at Georgia Tech in a professional setting at the Georgia State Capitol. I also hope to gain hands-on experience that helps me truly understand politics in action, how decisions are made, how priorities are negotiated, and how public policy analysis translates from theory into real-world impact. Overall, I’m eager to learn as much as possible throughout the session and apply those lessons to my academic and professional career.”
Delia Neufeld
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Placement: Senate State and Local Government Committee
“I hope to develop strong legislative tracking skills, connect with people from across the state, and contribute meaningfully to my team in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.”
Aubrey Poole
Hometown: Glennville, GA
Placement: Speaker of the House
“I am hoping to gain invaluable first-hand experience with the legislative process and the opportunity to influence progress for my state!”
Virthiha Selvamuthukumaran
Hometown: Cumming, GA
Placement: House Technology and Infrastructure Innovation and House State Properties Committees
“I hope to develop valuable connections through GLIP to understand the legislative process and, hopefully, later in my career, effectively represent constituents.”
Clayton Spencer
Hometown: Milton, GA
Placement: Senate Majority Leader
“I am excited for the opportunity to work in the rooms where pivotal deals are struck and legislation with statewide impact is crafted. More than that, I'm proud to have the chance to serve all Georgians.”
Jeanne Yoon
Hometown: Sugar Hill, GA
Placement: House Higher Education Committee
“The GLIP program so far has been an amazing opportunity to interact with Georgia legislation firsthand during the general assembly session. It has been such an exciting experience already, and I am looking forward to continue learning from everyone at the Capitol!”
Kiki Zeppos
Hometown: Orange County, CA
Placement: Senate Public Safety Committee
“I am hoping to gain in-depth and hands-on experience working inside the Capitol. I want to make many connections with representatives and gain exposure to working in the legislative field.”