Editor Intern

ROUTE Magazine; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 1,400 - 1,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Job summary

ROUTE Magazine is seeking an Editorial Intern to contribute to producing engaging pop culture stories across print and digital platforms. You will assist with research, write articles, manage social media, and help develop multimedia content in a lively newsroom environment.

Hours are 15-20 per week with a $150 monthly stipend. Ideal candidates are journalism students or recent grads with strong storytelling, AP style familiarity, and a passion for media.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a journalism, communications, media production or related program or recent graduate.
• Demonstrated experience in content writing, journalism or digital storytelling through coursework or professional projects.
• Familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and/or TikTok for content sharing and engagement.
• Basic knowledge of video production techniques including videography and video editing would be a bonus but not required.
• Strong written communication skills with an eye for detail; experience with AP style preferred.
• Experience with research methods, fact-checking processes, and journalistic ethics is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist in researching and fact-checking of articles following AP style guidelines.
• Write short articles and stories for both print and digital platforms.
• Contribute to social media management by creating engaging posts, monitoring platform engagement, and analyzing content performance.
• Help with story development by brainstorming ideas, conducting interviews, and gathering multimedia assets such as photography.
• Transcription of celebrity interviews.
• Proofread articles to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to journalistic standards before an issue goes to print.
• Online research as assigned.

Skills

Research

Fact-checking

Storytelling

Social media management

Writing

Video basics

Education

Enrollment in journalism program

Recent graduate status

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Job Overview – Editorial Intern

ROUTE Magazine, one of the country’s leading pop culture magazines, is seeking a dynamic and motivated Editorial Intern to join our vibrant team! This stipend paid internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of digital journalism, storytelling, and content creation. As an Editorial Intern, you will contribute to producing engaging pop culture stories, multimedia content, and social media posts that inform and inspire audiences. This role is perfect for passionate individuals eager to develop their journalistic skills, enhance their understanding of print and digital journalism, and make a real impact through compelling storytelling. Your creativity, strong communication skills, and enthusiasm for media will help shape our content across multiple platforms.

Duties

• Assist in researching and fact-checking of articles following AP style guidelines.
• Write short articles and stories for both print and digital platforms.
• Contribute to social media management by creating engaging posts, monitoring platform engagement, and analyzing content performance.
• Help with story development by brainstorming ideas, conducting interviews, and gathering multimedia assets such as photography.
• Transcription of celebrity interviews.
• Proofread articles to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to journalistic standards before an issue goes to print.
• Online research as assigned.

Experience

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a journalism, communications, media production or related program or recent graduate.
• Demonstrated experience in content writing, journalism or digital storytelling through coursework or professional projects. We are looking for excellent storytellers.
• Familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and/or TikTok for content sharing and engagement.
• Basic knowledge of video production techniques including videography, video editing (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro), and broadcast journalism practices would be a bonus but not required.
• Strong written communication skills with an eye for detail; experience with AP style preferred
• Experience with research methods, fact-checking processes, and journalistic ethics is highly valued

Join us as an Editorial Intern to develop your storytelling talents while working alongside seasoned professionals in a lively newsroom environment. This internship promises invaluable experience in multimedia journalism—empowering you to grow your skills while contributing meaningful stories that inform and engage diverse audiences.

Hours: 15-20 per week

Stipend: $150 per month