Rep. Cole Says Goodbye to Summer Intern Tyler Barrett

WASHINGTON D.C. -- U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) bid farewell today to summer intern Tyler Barrett. Barrett was chosen by Cole to participate in the internship program in Washington, D.C.

"I believe that internship programs are a great way for students to see the inner-workings of government first-hand," Congressman Cole said. "Tyler is a hard worker and he has done our office a great service by diligently working with so much enthusiasm. He made an impact on our office this summer and I am confident he has a bright future ahead of him."
Cole's 2007 Summer Intern Program allows upper class college students to participate in a number of activities including attending congressional hearings, giving Capitol tours to constituents and aiding legislative staff with projects.

"Working on Capitol Hill has given me a unique insight into the operations of the federal government that I could not get anywhere else," Barrett said. "I believe the knowledge and skills I gained as an intern will prove invaluable to my future career plans and goals."

Barrett is the son of Anthony and Lacy Barrett of Norman, Oklahoma. He is a senior majoring in Political Science at the University of Oklahoma. He plans to attend law school follow graduation next May.

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