Arts Journalism Intern - Bay Area Coverage & Multimedia

San Francisco Chronicle

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 30,000

Full time

47 hours ago

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SF Bay Area based

Job summary

The San Francisco Chronicle invites applications for a Summer 2027 Datebook Intern based in the Bay Area. The role emphasizes brainstorming, researching and writing about arts, entertainment and culture, with opportunities to work on multimedia projects.

You will report on breaking arts news, assist with features and reviews, and cover live events across the Bay Area. Collaboration with editors and a fast-paced newsroom environment are central to the internship.

Qualifications

Must be able to work out of the San Francisco and greater Bay Area.
Weekend, evening and holiday work will be required as events warrant.
40 hours a week for 12 weeks.
This paid internship hourly rate is $20.50/hr.
Deadline to apply: October 10, 2026.
Submit a one-page cover letter along with a portfolio of your work and explain your role in the pieces.

Responsibilities

Report on breaking news and trending topics as it relates to the Bay Area arts community.
Report and write news features and reviews for the Chronicle that reflect the diversity of the arts and audiences in the Bay Area.
Cover live events across the Bay Area, including nights and weekends, as needed
Collaborate closely with editors to conceptualize coverage, sharpen writing and build reporting instincts in a fast-paced newsroom
Contribute to coverage that may also include opportunities to work with video, audio and/or other multimedia storytelling formats