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

The News & Opinion section at U.S.News & World Report is seeking college graduates with backgrounds in writing and Web production for one-year internships. The duties of these full-time (37.5 hours a week), hourly paid positions include:

• Researching and writing stories for the News 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 SEO-oriented headlines
• 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 section

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[ay]usnews.com and include the phrase “News & Opinion intern” in the subject field.

Paid political journalism internships in D.C.

Congressional Quarterly, which publishes a variety of newspapers, magazines, books and websites related to political news, is seeking editorial interns year-round.

Congressional Quarterly’s internship program offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced news organization in Washington, D.C. CQ treats its interns like entry-level staff members -- they don’t make copies, fetch coffee or answer phones. Interns work closely with CQ’s editors and reporters and have the opportunity to write stories and obtain clips that will help advance their careers. Several past interns have come back to CQ as staff members.

CQ’s internship program is competitive. Interns generally come to CQ with a profound interest, and at least some experience, in journalism and/or government. Preference is given to juniors and seniors in college, as well as to graduate students.

CQ interns may perform a number of tasks, from covering committee markups and hearings, to attending policy events around town, to conducting legislative research. Past interns have worked with CQ’s specialty publications, including CQ HealthBeat and CQ Homeland Security, as well as with CQPolitics.com. During certain times of the year, interns may work with the team that publishes the biennial Politics in America, which includes information on each member of Congress. CQ also accepts interns for the online and multimedia teams, legislative tracking team, copy desk, and other departments, based on the skills of the applicant.

Summer interns typically work full-time, while interns during the Spring and Fall semesters typically work two to three full days a week. Many interns receive credit from their colleges and universities, depending on the rules of their institution.  We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan, extended vacation, health insurance, and bonus schemes that recognize and reward individual and team performance.

In addition to their duties, interns meet CQ staff members from various departments, including several “brown bag” lunches during the summer. Interns will also make at least one trip to Capitol Hill with one of CQ’s reporters, who will show them the ropes and help them navigate the Capitol complex.

Application Process:

Applicants for internships should submit a resume and may be asked to submit at least two writing samples to the hiring manager upon request. In 200 words or fewer, please tell us about an interesting experience or difficult decision you’ve faced while reporting. Use the notes section of this application.

Before obtaining an internship, qualifying candidates will be given an interview and a writing test.

Applicants for summer internships must apply by January 31, and decisions will be made by early- to mid-April. Spring applicants should apply by November 1 of the preceding year. Fall applicants should apply no later than July 31.

Email resume and requirements to: jobs@cqrollcall.com

Huffington Post hiring citizen journalists to cover presidential election

Huffington Post, one of the most visited news sites in the U.S., is hiring citizen journalists to cover the Republican and Democratic conventions.

Editors will pay 24 citizen journalists from the U.S. and Canada to cover the Republican Convention in Tampa, Florida in August and the Democratic Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina in September. The winners will get official credentials, airfare, hotel accommodation for five nights and a basic per diem.

By March 8, submit an embeddable video explaining why they should choose you, what you would cover and which medium (or mix of them) you would use. Send the video to offthebus[AT]huffingtonpost.com.

CNN hiring journalism graduate students for entry-level trainee program

Graduate students studying broadcasting or journalism students can apply for CNN's entry level training program.

The CNN's Newsgathering Master Fellowship gives young journalists the opportunity to perform the duties of an assignment editor/producer in the newsgathering operation of CNN’s Washington, D.C. bureau. Fellows also receive mentoring.

Assignment editors participate in the planning and execution of news coverage. They do extensive research, screen tape and assist in the shooting and editing of stories. Producers cover events, write stories for the CNNWire and CNN.com and produce packages for air.

They will also be mentored by some of the most talented producers and correspondents working at CNN today.

For more information, click here and search for position #129607BR or "Summer 2012 Intern - CNN Newsgathering Master Fellowship".

Bergen County Record hiring several reporters

The Bergen County Record, a 150,000-circulation daily newspaper in northern New Jersey, is hiring reporters:

• Municipal reporter to cover Passaic County 
• Municipal reporter to cover Bergen County 
• Features reporter 
• State government reporter in Trenton 
• Rewrite reporter

To apply, email cover letter, resume, and your five best clips to Deirdre Sykes, sykes[at]northjersey.com.

Paid work-from-home political blogging internship

Topix, a news aggregation site and discussion forum with 11 million unique visitors per month, is offering a paid political journalism internship.

This person will be responsible for curating a high volume of short pieces for a new political product. Ideal applicants are political junkies with an eye for interesting content, a strong pulse on the 2012 elections, and a friendly, casual writing style.
FYI - We are looking for a remote intern in the NY/DC area to briefly train in Palo Alto, CA at the beginning of the internship, but work from their East Coast home.

Job Responsibilities:
-Curating & writing a high volume of short stories around political news and issues
-Keeping a sharp eye for interesting content and spinning it in a straightforward, engaging way
-Staying up on the news around the 2012 elections
-Supporting the editorial team to keep our content fresh, exciting, and current

Requirements:
-BA/BS from a top tier university
-Willingness to take on morning and weekend work when needed to follow the election news cycle
-At least one year experience writing (blogging or working for a college newspaper would be ideal)
-Sense of humor and personality required (non-negotiable)
-Experience curating content on social media outlets (Twitter, Tumblr, Facebook, Google+) a bonus
-Ability to see things through a conservative lens is a bonus!

To Apply:
Please send your resume, and a casual cover letter to jobs@topix.com, with the subject line "Editorial Intern." For your cover letter, please liken yourself to something or someone -- it can be anything, so long as it's fairly accurate and creative! Also, please copy/paste a link to a news story on politics or issues you've identified, and tell us why you think it's interesting.

Paid political journalism internship in Annapolis, MD

MarylandReporter.com, a news site covering Maryland government and politics, is offering two paid 13-week internships in 2012 with an emphasis on investigative reporting. One starts in June and the other in September with flexible start dates.

This is temporary full-time employment paying $400 week with no benefits. You will work out of your home, the State House in Annapolis and/or the offices of MarylandReporter.com in Columbia, Maryland. You will need a car and a smart phone, and you will be reimbursed for phone use.

The internships are open to rising seniors, master’s candidates or graduates, and students or graduates who have had experience on student newspapers or other publications. The internship is also open to non-traditional students and career-changers from other fields who wish to pursue a career in journalism and have limited experience in the field but do have the necessary writing and reporting skills.

The internship is designed to enhance your skills as a journalist covering state government and politics with a special emphasis on ethics and investigative reporting skills. We will task you with a wide range of assignments, hopefully geared to your interests and strengths, but also designed to stretch your capabilities. The internships are supported by a grant from the Ethics and Excellence in Journalism Foundation.

To apply for this internship, send a letter spelling out your qualifications and availability to Len@MarylandReporter.com, along with a resume and 5-10 clips of your work (URL links are fine.) In the subject line, list June or September internship. The deadline for the June internship is Sunday, March 11; and for September, Friday, June 15

Paid legal journalism internships @ Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press

The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, a Washington-D.C. based organization dedicated to protecting the First Amendment and journalists' rights, offers paid journalism and media law internships year-round.

As a small organization, the Reporters Committee relies heavily on its interns to provide significant contributions to our publications and our legal work. Interns report and write on free press and media law issues for our magazine, The News Media & the Law, Web site and guidebooks and assist our staff of lawyers in conducting research to help reporters overcome legal hurdles covering the news.

The Reporters Committee also provides its interns with regular opportunities to interact with working journalists, media lawyers and policymakers through seminars around Washington, D.C. Interns will attend Congressional hearings on Capitol Hill, hear arguments in the U.S. Supreme Court and other federal appellate courts and visit newsrooms and government agencies where they can learn firsthand about free-press issues.

Students or recent graduates may intern in the Spring, Summer or Fall semesters. Interns may receive college credit and are eligible to receive a $2,000 stipend from the Reporters Committee. Some interns may be enrolled in Washington semester study programs through their colleges or universities.

Applications are best sent by May 31 for Fall; October 31 for Spring and January 31 for the Summer term, but are accepted anytime on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and writing samples (3-5 clips, journalistic writing samples and/or a short research paper) to: Internship Coordinator The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press 1101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 1100 Arlington, VA 22209 or internships@rcfp.org

Paid summer journalism internships worldwide @ Associated Press

The Associated Press, a news wire service that is the world's largest news organization. is offering paid journalism internships for Summer 2012 in 10 U.S. cities (including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Washington, D.C.) and 10 international locations (including London, Jerusalem, Seoul, Mexico City, Rome, Bangkok, Johannesburg, New Delhi, Rio de Janeiro and Moscow).

The interns will write stories, shoot videos and/or take photos from these bureaus for 12 weeks this summer. Although a primary format may be declared – depending on interest and ability – the internships will provide experience and training in all three. Interns will attend and contribute to all-format editorial meetings. Assignments will be made by a trainer who will also provide performance appraisals during the course of the internship.

Applicants Applicants must be: a) Current full-time students within two years of earning an undergraduate degree or b) Current full-time graduate students or c) Students who graduated December 2011 or later. They must be able to show proof of legal authorization to participate in a 12-week internship in the assigned country prior to the start of the internship. And they must have demonstrated proficiency speaking and writing in the English language and command of the local language for the assigned country.

For more info and to apply, click here. Deadline is March 2.

Paid fall journalism internship program in Washington, D.C.

College students can apply for a 14-week long, full-time, paid political journalism internship in Washington, D.C. International students are also eligible to apply.

The Scripps Howard Foundation Semester in Washington Program runs from  Sept. 10 to Dec. 14. This internship comes with free housing in furnished apartments in Northwest Washington and a stipend of $2,520.

Undergraduate students, juniors and seniors, will spend a 14-week semester covering politics and other news and feature stories in the nation’s capital for the Scripps Howard Foundation Wire. Interns may also report for hometown news organizations or other news outlets. This is a full-time internship located in downtown Washington.

Application deadline is March 15. For more information and to apply, go to http://shfwire.com/node/5464. 

In addition, the program offers two other special opportunities:

• One international student will be part of the fall program. International students must apply by May 14 through the International Center for Journalists: http://www.icfj.org/our-work/scripps-howard-semester-washington-internship-program

• The Scripps Howard Foundation sponsors an intern who reports for the Hispanic Link News Service in Washington. The internship comes with free housing in a furnished apartment and a stipend of $2,520. Ny May 14, send a resume and clips to: Charlie Ericksen,  Hispanic Link News Service, 1420 N St. NW, Washington, DC 20005.

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.

Dating and pop culture website seeks freelance writers

Nerve, a Manhattan-based online magazine dedicated to sex, relationships, pop culture and edgy news, is looking for paid freelance writers. Specifically, here's what they're looking for:

"We're constantly on the hunt for smart, readable content in the form of smart five-item lists and longer personal essays. Occasionally, we do break the mold and throw in an infographic or two, but chiefly, those two items are what we're looking for. Typically, we like pitches pegged to some kind of new or upcoming book, film, or movie release, but they don't always need to be -- we're also interested in pitches addressing the 2012 presidential race or other U.S. events. We do eschew international coverage, and we're trying to steer clear of anything too gratuitous or "porn-y." Also, what makes Nerve unique is that we look at love & sex just as much as pop culture -- we're not a straight romance site, and we're not a straight pop culture site: we look at where and how those two areas intersect."

Send pitches to submissions[at]nerve.com. For more info, visit http://www.nerve.com/submissions

Entry-level political and media reporter job @ Mediaite

Mediaite, a news and opinion blog that covers politics and entertainment in the media industry and attracts more than 1 million unique monthly visitors, is seeking an entry-level journalist for its New York City newsroom. For more details, visit http://bit.ly/zJeVYP.

Paid summer internships @ The Nation magazine

The Nation, a 160,000-circulation weekly leftist periodical devoted to news, politics and culture, is offering several paid journalism internships this summer. Positions are based in New York City and Washington, D.C.

Most interns' primary responsibilities are fact checking and research. Some interns work as web editorial interns. Candidates interested in this particular internship should indicate that in their cover letter and describe their experience with web production and social media.

All interns have the opportunity to write for TheNation.com; participate in career seminars with journalists, politicians, and activists; in addition to performing administrative work.

The internship is full time, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., five days a week. The Summer 2011 session begins June 5 and ends August 17, and the deadline for postmarked applications is March 1, 2011. There are nine intern positions (including two web interns). There is a $150/week stipend.

Qualifications: Applicants must have completed their junior year of college. Each applicant will be evaluated on the basis of his or her cover letter, résumé, recommendations, and writing samples.

How to apply: Please send a cover letter indicating your interest in The Nation and The Nation Institute and describing your career goals. In addition, include a résumé, two letters of recommendation, and two writing samples. Published clips are preferred, though academic papers and creative writing samples are acceptable (no longer than eight pages, please). Your application must be postmarked by the application deadline.

All application materials become the property of The Nation Institute. Please send your application to: Kate Murphy, Internship Director, 116 East 16th Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10003. Please address all queries to kate@thenation.com.

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

Paid summer journalism internships @ news sites

Paid year-round internships at web-based news providers, such as DC Examiner, the Daily Caller and BroadBand Census, are available through the the Institute for Humane Studies.

Interns receive a $3,200 stipend for an eight-week internship. They also get a travel allowance to get to the internship. There's a six-day journalism workshop, featuring acclaimed journalists from The Atlantic and Reason Magazine, plus academic lectures on topics such as the history of the free press and working with statistics. Interns also receive job placement assistance from the program director, a former journalist.

IHS places interns at new media outlets, but applicants can also find their own unpaid internship and seek a stipend through the program.

Advanced undergraduates, recent graduates, and graduate students of all majors, including political science and economics majors are eligible. Ideal candidates will have an interest in individual liberty and freemarkets. If you have an eye for news --especially covering private initiative versus government programs -- apply today.

For more info or to apply online, visit http://www.theihs.org/ihs-journalism-internship-program/new-media. Deadline to apply is January 31 for summer placements.

Paid TV journalism internship with CNN's State of the Union show

State of the Union, a political news show on CNN, is offering a paid summer broadcast journalism internship based in Washington, DC.

12-week internship runs from June 4 to August 10, pays minimum wage and college credit is available. Duties: Candy Crowley is Anchor of State of the Union and CNN's Chief Political Correspondent. Interns will learn how Candy and her team plan and execute shows and packages. Interns will shadow and assist producers working with Crowley. They will also receive assistance from the Team if they would like to work on a story of their own. Intern duties include research, fact-checking, tapes logging, assistance with interviews and participation at press events. Interns should come away with sharper editorial and writing skills, exposure to leading technology and an increased knowledge of the U.S. government and political system. Interns will also be involved in CNN's media program, "Reliable Sources" with Howard Kurtz.

The following qualifications are preferred: 1) Broadcast Journalism, Media or Communications major or involvement in student media; 2) Strong current events knowledge and interest in news and politics; 3) Knowledge of CNN news platforms (network shows, website) is helpful. Applicants must have completed their sophomore year in college prior to the start of the internship. In addition, applicants may not have graduated college or graduate school prior to the start of the internship.

To apply, visit http://www.timewarner.com/careers/, click on "Search for jobs" and search for requisition # 128978BR.