Investigative Reporting Apprentice (Volunteer)

WhoWhatWhy; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit news organization seeks an Investigative Reporting Apprentice. This remote internship, open to college students and recent graduates, offers a chance to improve reporting and writing skills under the guidance of senior editors. Commitment is 10-15 hours per week for three months, with an opportunity to develop a professional article portfolio.

Qualifications

• Must commit 10-15 hours per week for three months.
• Must attend two weekly online lectures.
• Some reporting and writing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and report on national stories.
• Develop reporting and writing skills.
• Produce a portfolio of quality articles.

Skills

Reporting skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Education

College student or recent graduate

Job description

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with WhoWhatWhy. We’re thrilled that so many terrific people believe in what we do.

Join a remarkable news organization and community that is making a difference, setting a new standard, and innovating on every front. WhoWhatWhy is a nonprofit organization staffed largely with skilled volunteers dedicated to elevating public awareness and fostering a more vigorous democracy.

Investigative Reporting Apprentice (Volunteer)

Are you a college student or recent graduate looking to improve your reporting and writing skills? WhoWhatWhy is looking for aspiring journalists to join our Investigative Reporting Internship. Over a three-month term, you will investigate and report on national stories under the guidance of experienced senior editors. This internship is unpaid, although apprentices who show exceptional promise may be invited to stay on as a stipended fellow.

Overview

WhoWhatWhy is a non-profit news organization focused on covering extremism and injustices in the US and around the world. We work remotely and are staffed largely by volunteers dedicated to elevating public awareness and supporting independent journalism.

Mentorship and Program Structure

During the intensive three-month program, apprentices will be trained in all facets of reporting and work with mentors to write various kinds of news articles, from wire-service style pieces to investigative stories. Apprentices will not share their bylines and typically leave with a portfolio of quality articles.

Commitment and Eligibility

• Commitment is 10-15 hours per week for a minimum of three months.
• Apprentices must attend two weekly online lectures.
• Open to college students and recent graduates, including US citizens and internationals.
• Some reporting and writing experience is a plus but not required.
• Opportunity limited to five students to ensure individual attention.

Where and How You’ll Work

This opportunity is remote. You will work on your own schedule, with live Zoom calls for instruction and discussion. Communication is primarily via Slack and email.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and report on national stories under the guidance of senior editors.
• Develop reporting and writing skills across different article formats.
• Produce a portfolio of quality articles suitable for professional bylines.
• Collaborate with mentors and peers in a remote setting.

To Apply

Please send:

• A resume
• A carefully reasoned, customized cover letter outlining who you are and what you hope to accomplish as an apprentice (no form submissions). Confirm that this is a volunteer position.
• Apply by emailing to the address provided: [emailprotected]

Note: We will not review mass submissions. We may invite exceptional apprentices to continue as paid fellows.

Additional Application Details

• We may use letters of recommendation, references, networking, and coaching to help apprentices find jobs after the program.
• Attach resume in .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf format (maximum 5MB).

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