On February 27, USAID launched an Internship Program at the National Assembly (IPNA) as part of the “Strengthening Electoral Processes and Political Accountability'' project. IPNA will be implemented through the National Democratic Institute (NDI) and will provide young professionals with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop new skills, and build strong networks while introducing them to the work of the National Assembly. Twenty-two successful candidates were selected from among 400 applicants and will spend the next nine months working with members of parliament, parliamentary factions, standing committees, and parliamentary staff. Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Lena Nazaryan, the President of NDI Derek Mitchell and USAID/Armenia Mission Director, Deborah Grieser congratulated the participants in their welcoming remarks.