DC Editorial Fellow: Defense & National Security Journalism

Sightline Media Group

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 28,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading news organization is seeking Editorial Fellows for a journalism internship focusing on defense and military news. This opportunity is ideal for students and recent graduates with writing experience and the motivation to learn in a dynamic newsroom environment. Responsibilities include reporting and writing stories, with potential involvement in video and audio projects. The internship requires physical presence in Washington, D.C., and offers college credit along with hourly pay.

Qualifications

  • Experience writing and reporting, ideally with published articles.
  • Comfortable working in a newsroom setting.
  • Willing to work on both digital and print projects.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in daily coverage of defense industry news.
  • Report and write assigned stories for publication.
  • Support larger team-reporting projects.

Skills

Writing experience
Reporting experience
Clarity
Accuracy

Education

Current student or recent graduate

Job description

A leading news organization is seeking Editorial Fellows for a journalism internship focusing on defense and military news. This opportunity is ideal for students and recent graduates with writing experience and the motivation to learn in a dynamic newsroom environment. Responsibilities include reporting and writing stories, with potential involvement in video and audio projects. The internship requires physical presence in Washington, D.C., and offers college credit along with hourly pay.
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