Casen Lake, a Logansport native and junior at Ball State University, is gaining experience as an intern with State Representative Ethan Manning and members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2026 legislative session, according to a March 13 announcement.
The internship provides college students like Lake with opportunities to learn about state government and develop professional skills. As a policy intern, Lake conducts research, prepares committee reports, and assists staff and lawmakers with legislative and fiscal inquiries.
Lake said, “I really enjoy the day-to-day experience of the work I get to do, and the learning that comes with it. I also enjoy getting to work with all the staff and representatives and the opportunity to make professional connections.”
Manning praised Lake’s contributions this session. “Casen has been a tremendous asset to our team this session,” Manning said. “His research skills and attention to detail have helped support thoughtful policy discussions on key issues.”
Each year, the Indiana House offers paid, full-time internships during the spring semester for college students, recent graduates, and graduate or law school students. More information about these opportunities can be found at IndianaHouseRepublicans.com/internship.
In related leadership news from the Indiana House of Representatives, Speaker Todd Huston has contributed to civic leadership through service on education boards and community commissions in Indiana, per the Indiana House Republicans website. Huston expanded Indiana’s Choice Scholarship program and earned recognition for his advocacy of school choice according to the same source. He has also championed measures for tax relief in addition to school choice initiatives as reported by the website.
Huston resides in Fishers, Indiana with his wife Denise and their two adult children according to official information. He has served as state representative since first being elected in 2012 per his biography, after earning a bachelor’s degree in political science from Indiana University according to his profile.
