Data Visualization Intern for News Graphics (Remote)

Civic Science Media Lab; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 20,911 - 29,783; Full time

Job summary

A science communication organization is offering a paid summer internship for a Data Viz & Graphics Intern. The intern will create visually compelling graphics from data to support journalists, focusing primarily on local TV news coverage. Key responsibilities include sourcing and analyzing datasets, pitching data-driven stories, and collaborating on graphic projects. This remote internship runs for 12 weeks, with an initial compensation rate of $18.40 per hour. Interested candidates should be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Portfolio of visually and editorially compelling graphics.
• Skilled at presenting data through engaging charts and maps.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Find and turn data into visually compelling graphics for journalists.
• Source, analyze, and work confidently with a wide range of datasets.
• Pitch and develop data-driven stories and graphics.

Skills

Data journalism

Data visualization

Graphic design

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program

Tools

Data visualization and analysis tools

Job description

A science communication organization is offering a paid summer internship for a Data Viz & Graphics Intern. The intern will create visually compelling graphics from data to support journalists, focusing primarily on local TV news coverage. Key responsibilities include sourcing and analyzing datasets, pitching data-driven stories, and collaborating on graphic projects. This remote internship runs for 12 weeks, with an initial compensation rate of $18.40 per hour. Interested candidates should be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.