Entry-level journalism job @ Advertising Age

Ad Age, a New York- City-based magazine covering the advertising industry, is seeking a full-time editorial intern.

The intern will primarily be tasked with researching, reporting, writing and producing articles for print and digital publication. May be involved in the production of multimedia and social media content, and represent Ad Age at industry events. Some administrative and data entry tasks, including production credits for our sister site Creativity, are also required.

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Entry-level reporter job @ SmartMoney magazine in NYC

SmartMoney, an 812,000-circulation monthly magazine about personal finance, is offering a long-term paid internship to assist editors and reporters. Position is based in New York City.

Duties include research and fact-checking along with some reporting and writing, including byline opportunities. College degree required. Journalism background and interest in business/finance highly encouraged. Penchant for detail and ability to work effectively on deadline important. Paid hourly rate commensurate with experience.

To apply, send resumes to julie.allen[at]dowjones.com.

Paid summer internship @ Entertainment Weekly in L.A.

EW's Los Angeles bureau is offering a full-time editorial internship starting mid-May. The position pays $10/hour and will last three months. You must be able to work at least 30 hours per week. In addition to office duties such as transcribing, interns will have the opportunity to write for the magazine and its website, EW.com. We're located at 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles.

You must be heading into your junior or senior year, or have graduated within the last two years. Graduate students are also welcome to apply. Applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and three published clips to john_young[at]ew.com. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 16.

Entry-level science journalism job @ Nature Medicine in NYC

Nature Medicine, an international biomedical journal, is offering a 6-month, full-time, paid science writing internship. Position starts in May and is based in New York City.

The intern will be closely involved in the editorial process and write news articles and briefs. This is not a paper-pushing internship! The person selected for the position will be reporting stories and working on editorial content full-time, including the blog.

Applicants should have completed one year in a graduate program in journalism or have equivalent work experience in journalism. Additionally, a strong understanding of biology and current issues in medicine is required.

By April 2, 2012, send an email to r.khamsi[at]us.nature.com with "Nature Medicine news internship" in the subject line and include 1) a cover letter, 2) your resume and 3) three published writing clips.

Foreign affairs publication seeks contributing writers

RETORT, a bimonthly publication of foreign affairs, is always seeking gifted writers. Applicants must demonstrate dedication to the principles of the magazine. Undergraduates, graduate students and professionals welcome to apply. Pay ranges from $10 to $75 per article.

RETORT seeks to reexamine the role of militarism in American foreign policy. While a libertarian publication, writers and readers alike from the left, right and center who agree with our goals are encouraged to participate. Peace and diplomacy are in desperate need of advocates in this day and age of perpetual war. Help us RETORT the tripe that dominates the media, public discourse, think tanks and the upper echelons of government.

For more info, email retortmag@gmail.com

Paid spring journalism internship @ Inc. magazine in San Francisco

Inc., a 690,000-circulation monthly magazine that focuses on growing companies, is offering a paid journalism internship working on the magazine's website.

This is a full-time, paid position that doesn't include coffee runs or picking up dry cleaning. Position is based in downtown San Francisco. Internship starts immediately. The end date is flexible.

The internship will involve repurposing stories, pitching story ideas, reporting, and writing for the site. Candidates should be prepared to write 5 or 6 short items per day, tweet and Facebook everyday and handle other tasks as assigned. The intern will receive experience in the general workings of a forward-thinking website.

Applicants should have an interest in business and a capacity for hard work on deadline. They should have experience reporting, writing, fact-checking, blogging for their college newspapers, in previous internships, online, or on other websites. They should follow current events, be sticklers for accuracy, and have a can-do attitude.

Candidates should submit the following to mmerwin[at]mansueto.com: A cover letter stating qualifications and aspirations; a detailed resume; clips and writing samples; names and phone numbers of two references.

Assistant editor job @ Sailing magazine in Wisconsin

SAILING, a 45,000-circulation monthly magazine about sailing, is seeking an assistant editor to work in its Port Washington, Wisc. headquarters.

The assistant editor will work with other staff editors to produce this national magazine (published 10 times per year) about the sport of sailing. Job duties include managing and coordinating magazine departments, working with freelance writers, editing all editorial copy in the magazine, producing feature stories, occasionally writing stories for the magazine and more.

 Candidates should have a bachelor's degree (preferably in journalism or English), some knowledge of sailing and be enthusiastic about the sport, editing experience, knowledge of AP style and good computer skills (preferably with Mac computers; Adobe CS experience a plus). They should also be self starters who are willing to learn on the job and work with staff located in and out of the office.

This job could be full- or part-time depending on the applicant. Please send a cover letter, resume and writing samples to erin[at]sailingmagazine.net.

Freelance reporters wanted for motocrycle magazine

Next Moto Champion, a nationally-distributed magazine that covers both motocross and road racing, seeks freelance reporters. Ability to create layouts with In design software a plus. Get your work in print and write what you want to write about. $20 - $40 per piece depending on the content. Motocross article ideas can be pitched to Andrea Barnett at abarnett@nextmotochampion.com. Road racing story ideas can be pitched to Jon Boucher at boucher@nextmotochampion.com.

Journalism internship @ Brain World magazine in NYC

Brain World, a website and quarterly magazine about the brain, is seeking an editorial intern. Position is based in New York City and pays a small stipend.

This internship is for students looking to expand their writing and research skills and portfolio with work that ranges from blog stories to event and profile research, as well as news updates. This internship will give a student the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the journalism field.

Duties and Responsibilities: Stay up to date with news and developments related to the brain, health and education, locally in New York as well as globally; Initiate interviews and articles; Carry out regular research on identified topics of interest
Write blogs, edit articles; Write up the events and reviews sections of each BW publication; Ensure that fresh content is added regularly to the site; Stay current with social media trends, issues and opportunities.

Requirements: Basic to intermediate knowledge and skills in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator; Excellent communication and writing skills, multitasking ability, attention to detail. Advanced knowledge of social media technologies, tools and capabilities.

Email cover letter, resume and brief journalistic writing sample (100-200 words) to brainworldmagazine[at]gmail.com.

Paid summer journalism internship @ AARP Magazine in DC

AARP The Magazine, the largest-circulation magazine in the world, is offering a full-time, paid summer editorial internship.

The intern should have working knowledge of the publications editorial process and will write display copy and short items. The intern will also organize reader responses, research article ideas, write summary reports, and aid editors in other projects as needed.

Juniors, seniors, or graduate students in English, communications, journalism or multimedia preferred. Writing samples required.

To apply, send resume, cover letter, and writing samples to Margaret Guroff, Features Editor, AARP The Magazine, at mguroff@aarp.org or 601 E Street NW, Washington DC 20049. Application deadline is March 15.

Paid journalism internships @ food magazine in Los Angeles

Slice, the magazine of Cheesecake Factory, offers paid internships year-round in its Los Angeles office. Interns work approximately 20 hours per week. Internships start in January, April, July and October.

Applicants should be a senior at an undergraduate level or working towards a graduate degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or Public Relations seeking a “for credit” internship. Preferred candidate will have working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Preferred candidate for the internship will have experience writing for their school newspaper or other publications. Ideal candidate will have previous work experience with The Cheesecake Factory restaurants.

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Journalism internship @ Seattle Business magazine

Seattle Business, a monthly magazine that covers Washington state business news and has 105,00 readers, is seeking a part-time editorial intern.

Interns usually work on a six-month contract for 20 hours per week. A $100 stipend is paid at the end of the internship. While ideal for recent college grads, anyone with an interest in magazine and/or business journalism would find us a good place to cut their teeth.

Typical intern responsibilities include fact-checking all stories with primary sources (we have an established procedure for this, but it does involves a fair amount of phone/email work), writing much of the front “Startup” section of each issue and compiling the business events calendar.

Interns are also called upon to write blog posts for the website, develop and research story ideas, attend editorial department brainstorming and planning meetings, conduct interviews, perform other editorial-related clerical work, and write longer stories for the magazine.

If interested, send a résumé and writing samples (published preferred, but not required) to John Levesque, managing editor, Seattle Business, 1518 First Ave. S., Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98134, or via e-mail to john.levesque[at]tigeroak.com.

Paid summer journalism internship @ The Washingtonian magazine

The Washingtonian, a lifestyle magazine in Washington, D.C. read by 400,000 people, is offering a full-time, four-month paid editorial internship this summer. Pay is $8.25 per hour.

The magazine is looking for bright people with good research, reporting, and writing skills who don't require a lot of hand-holding. In exchange, it offers an experience that's low on grunt work and high on opportunity. Duties include fact-checking, research, and some writing. Editors, writers, and heads of the advertising, promotion, production, circulation, art, and photography departments meet with interns once or twice a week to discuss their own roles at the magazine and careers in journalism. Graduates of the internship program have gone on to publications such as Vanity Fair, People, Entertainment Weekly, National Geographic, Allure, Martha Stewart, Everyday Food, and USA Today (as well as landed full-time jobs at Washingtonian).

To apply, by March 1, send a cover letter, resume, three writing samples, and a list of references to Michael Gaynor at The Washingtonian, 1828 L St., NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20036. Specify that you're applying for a summer internship. Questions? Email mgaynor[at]washingtonian.com. DO NOT send applications via fax or email.

Entry-level political journalism job @ U.S. News & World Report

The Politics & Policy section at U.S. News & World Report is seeking a college graduate with a diverse background in writing and Web production for a one-year paid internship.

The duties of this full-time (37.5 hours a week), hourly paid position will include:
-Researching and writing stories for the Politics & Policy section, including the Opinion and Whispers sections
-Assisting with the production of Web packages that include stories, charts, slide shows, photo galleries, and other elements
-Writing and editing headlines and other content for the Politics & Policy and Opinion sections
-Helping to develop social media efforts for the section
-Assisting with tracking traffic, keywords, and other online trends on major portals and other sites
-Coordinating with outside writers and contributors to generate content for the sections

Requirements:

-A firm grasp of current events and strong news judgment
-Strong research and writing skills
-The ability to work on deadlines in a journalistic environment and manage several tasks and projects simultaneously
-Strong communication and organizational skills
-A demonstrated understanding of social media and ability to effectively promote U.S. News content on social media networks
-Working knowledge of HTML and Web production. Familiarity with content management systems
-Knowledge of SEO best practices and online analytics reporting via Google Analytics or Omniture is a plus
-Knowledge of image-editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop, is a plus

Applicants must provide 2-3 references and 3 writing clips in addition to résumé and cover letter. Please send all materials to tsmart@usnews.com and include the phrase “Politics intern” in the subject field.

Entry-level reporter job @ The New Republic in DC

The New Republic, a biweekly 53,000-circulation magazine covering U.S. politics, seeks reporter-researchers for its 2012-13 program.

The year-long job is based in Washington, D.C., begins in summer 2012 and includes a stipend. Graduating seniors as well as recent graduates and graduates from post-grad programs are welcome to apply.

Job duties include reporting, researching, writing, and fact-checking for the politics section of TNR's print magazine and TNR Online; as well as assisting with web production and social media, and performing occasional clerical tasks. Reporter-researchers work closely with writers and editors, and are strongly encouraged to write articles. Most reporter-researchers finish their program with a substantial portfolio of clips and have gone on to work almost everywhere in journalism—including TNR itself.

To apply, e-mail the following items to Chloë Schama at job [at] tnr [dot] com, with the subject line "(Your Name) RR Application 2012":

1. A cover letter.
2. A one-page résumé.
3. A 750-word critique of the politics section (the Mall and Features) of a recent issue of the magazine. The critique should assess the strengths and weaknesses of at least two pieces within the politics section of the issue; please do not merely summarize. Please do not exceed the word count.
4. Two clips (if possible, one opinion and one news).

No phone calls and no snail mail. We don’t have time to let you know that we received your applications, so please don’t expect confirmation. The deadline is February 17, 2012.

Entry-level assistant editor job @ Foreign Affairs magazine

Foreign Affairs, a bimonthly foreign affairs magazine, is hiring an entry-level journalist for its editorial team in New York City. The one year position begins in July or August, so students graduating this Spring can apply.

The Academic Year Internship is a full-time paid position offering exceptional training in serious journalism. The ­intern works as an assistant editor with substantial responsibility. Previous ­interns have included recent graduates from undergraduate and master’s ­programs. Candidates should have a serious interest in international relations, a flair for writing, and a facility with the English language.

To apply for the 2012–13 academic year position, please submit a cover letter, resumé, three writing samples, and three letters of recommendation by February 17, 2012. We do not accept applications by e-mail. Only finalists will be interviewed.

Please send complete applications to:
Editorial Internships
Foreign Affairs
58 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10065
Tel: 212.434.9507

Paid summer journalism internship @ Maclean's news magazine in Toronto

Maclean’s, a 350,000-circulation Canadian newsweekly magazine, is offering a three-month paid summer internship program in its Toronto newsroom.

It is open to anyone interested in journalism, but prioritizes those who are entering their final year of postsecondary study. The intern works within the editorial department, writing stories and contributing files to other writers as needed.

The two Ann MacGregor memorial internships pay $1,750 a month, for the months of June, July and August. A five-day Monday-to-Friday work week is expected.

If you are interested in applying, please mail or fax a cover letter, resumé (including references and their contact information) and four samples of published works (not opinion pieces). Due to security precautions, applications via email or CD are not allowed. Applications will be accepted up to the end of February 15th (NEW DATE). Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.

Contact info:
Maclean’s
One Mount Pleasant Rd.
11th Floor
Toronto, Ont.
M4Y 2Y5
F: 416 764 1332

Editor job @ business trade journal in northern New Jersey

A monthly financial industry trade journal located in northern New Jersey is seeking a senior associate editor.

The journalist will provide in-depth reporting of emerging trends using text, audio and video. Should have at least 5 years relevant experience in developing enterprise features with a Bachelor's degree in a related major. Position located in the Bridgewater, NJ area. Compensation range in the $55K - $60K range.

To apply, email tfeller [at] norellgroup.com.

Paid summer journalism internship @ law magazine in NYC

The American Lawyer, an award-winning magazine that covers the world of large law firms, offers a summer internship for current students and recent graduates interested in business and legal journalism. The position is based in New York City, runs 10-12 weeks, and pays $400 per week.

Interns will receive a thorough introduction to daily Web and monthly magazine journalism. They will report and write stories for our industry-leading publications and Web sites, and will also fact-check the work of staff reporters.

We look for candidates with experience in hard news reporting and excellent news writing skills. The application deadline is February 17, 2012. Send resume, cover letter, and 4-5 clips to Emily Barker, Executive Editor, The American Lawyer, 120 Broadway, 5th floor, New York, NY 10271. Or e-mail ebarker@alm.com.

Freelance writers wanted for dating magazine

One2One Magazine is seeking edgy, versatile freelance writers with a great sense of humor and ability to create fresh, interesting and relevant dating and relationship articles. We are seeking writers with ability to create lots of content, preferably SEO content monthly. Pay is $25 per article and work may be done via telecommuting.

How To Apply:
Browse www.One2OneDates.com first, and then send samples of your work that reflect our style and tone. We will contact you ONLY IF we have questions or possible interest. Due to the volume of inquiries, we are unable to answer everyone personally, just know that we appreciate your time and understanding.