Editorial Intern - Dallas, Texas at Community Impact

Frisco, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

15.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Storytelling, Data Analysis, AP Style Writing, Web Story Writing, Reporting, Community Engagement, Journalism

Industry

Newspaper Publishing

Description

Description Editorial Internship - Top News Organization, Meaningful Work Community Impact's internship program is an innovative experience for individuals interested in launching their community journalism careers. Our Editorial Interns have the opportunity to work with industry veterans and to learn from experienced editors. Community Impact serves over 60 communities throughout Texas, and our print publications reach more than 2.5 million mailboxes each month. Throughout the program, participants get to contribute directly to our work by building their storytelling skills and diving into data-heavy assignments. Our Editorial Interns play a key role in informing our readers of important updates in their local communities. ABOUT YOU You should apply to our Editorial Internship program if you: Are you looking to kick-start your career in journalism Feel passionate about delivering high-quality, local journalism to your community Are currently studying for a degree in journalism, communications, or a related field Have experience writing in AP Style, ideally for a student publication or media company Have reliable transportation WHY JOIN COMMUNITY IMPACT Interns will finish the 10-12 week program with a well-rounded newsroom experience that includes writing web stories, shadowing reporters at local government meetings, contributing stories to the print product, and writing for our highly-read Impacts and To-do List sections of the paper. ELIGIBILITY Applicants must be enrolled in college and working toward their degree, or may have graduated within six months of the internship start date. Experience working for a collegiate student publication or media outlet is required. COMPENSATION Summer interns are full-time for 10-12 weeks and will be paid an hourly rate of $15. SCHEDULES Our standard work week is Monday through Friday, but some evening shifts may be required to cover council meetings. If you feel that journalism is your calling, we highly encourage you to apply today. Requirements Ability to work outside of regular office hours to attend community meetings. Ability to be out in the communities we serve, taking photos and connecting with sources.

Responsibilities

Interns will contribute directly to the organization's work by building storytelling skills and tackling data-heavy assignments, playing a key role in informing local community readers of important updates. Responsibilities include writing web stories, shadowing reporters at government meetings, and contributing content to the print product and specific sections like Impacts and To-do List.