Hybrid Journalism & Media Intern (Summer 2027) - Paid

MacAthur Foundation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation in Chicago, IL invites applications for a Journalism and Media Intern for Summer 2027.

The role is based in Chicago with a hybrid in-office and virtual work arrangement. Responsibilities include reviewing grant proposals, producing analyses of JAM grantees, researching media trends, attending events, and assisting with social media strategy to amplify grantee work.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program.
• Experience and interest in journalism and media.
• Familiarity with researching stories and media impact.
• Willingness to manage projects with a proactive and curious approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review grant proposals and meet with prospective and renewing grantees.
• Produce written analyses of work produced by JAM grantees and grantseekers (news articles, investigations, documentary films, podcasts, television series, etc.).
• Conduct desk research into trends in the wider journalism and media field.
• Attend grantee events and meetings.
• Assist with planning public and grantee events.
• Assist with organizing intra-Foundation learning opportunities.
• Assist with social media strategy to amplify the work of grantee partners.

Skills

Undergraduate student

Journalism and media interest

Researching stories

Project management

Strong written and verbal skills

Job description

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation in Chicago, IL invites applications for a Journalism and Media Intern for Summer 2027.

The role is based in Chicago with a hybrid in-office and virtual work arrangement. Responsibilities include reviewing grant proposals, producing analyses of JAM grantees, researching media trends, attending events, and assisting with social media strategy to amplify grantee work.