Journalism Intern – Convenings & Audience Development

John S. and James L. Knight Foundation; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay of $20.00

Job summary

A philanthropic organization is seeking a Journalism Intern for Summer 2026 in Miami, Florida. This internship provides hands-on experience in planning journalism events, supporting audience engagement, and management of grants. Successful candidates will be undergraduate or graduate students with a passion for journalism and event coordination. The intern will work closely with the journalism team, contributing to key projects that enhance community engagement through effective programming and collaboration. Remote work is not available.

Qualifications

• Curiosity about journalism, philanthropy, and public engagement.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with event planning and coordination appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of journalism-related events.
• Assist with audience-focused programming tied to journalism.
• Support grants management activities.

Skills

Interest in journalism

Event planning

Collaborative mindset

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Job description

Knight Foundation is seeking a Journalism Intern – Convenings & Audience Development to join the foundation for Summer 2026. This internship offers a hands‑on opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that advances Knight Foundation’s mission to support informed and engaged communities.

In this role, the Journalism Intern will support the journalism team’s 2026 strategy, with a focus on convenings, audience development and grants management. The intern will contribute to both planning and execution across multiple initiatives, including events, active grants and early planning for future foundation programming.

About Knight Foundation

Knight Foundation supports a more effective democracy by funding free expression and journalism, arts and culture in community, research in areas of media and democracy, and the success of American cities and towns where the Knight brothers once published newspapers. Our approach is inclusive and nonpartisan. We value freedom of speech and the press, and we often embrace new and innovative technology to achieve our goals. Our drive to create positive change is amplified by our ability to collaborate internally and with our partners. We look for authenticity, agility, and accountability, knowing we are at our best when we leverage our collective strengths and experiences. We proactively approach our work with a sense of pride and responsibility–adapting, as needed, to the changing realities in our communities.

About the Internship Program

Knight Foundation internships are for 10 weeks, running from early June through mid-August.

• Pay: $20.00 per hour
• Eligibility: Open to local and non-local students with the legal right to work in the United States.
• Relocation: Interns are responsible for their own travel and housing costs.

Designed as a reciprocal learning experience, Knight Foundation internships provide students with real responsibility, professional development and exposure to the field of philanthropy, while enabling teams to move important projects forward. Interns gain practical skills, confidence and professional networks through project work and organization-wide programming.

What You’ll Do

Working closely with the Journalism team, the intern will support strategy implementation and day-to-day program delivery. Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting planning and execution of journalism-related convenings and events hosted by Knight Foundation
• Assisting with audience-focused programming tied to journalism initiatives
• Supporting grants management activities, including rubric development and documentation
• Providing operational and research support for ongoing journalism projects
• Assisting team directors with planning, coordination and follow‑up activities
• Supporting early planning and programming efforts related to Knight Foundation’s future journalism initiatives

What You’ll Produce

By the end of the internship, the intern will have contributed to:

• Successful planning, coordination and follow‑up for at least one major journalism convening
• Supporting materials related to active journalism grants and projects
• Documentation or reporting tied to grants management or program activities, as appropriate

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the summer, the intern will gain experience in:

• Journalism philanthropy and how foundations support news and information ecosystems
• Grants‑making processes, including program design and management
• Planning and executing convenings and audience‑focused events
• Collaborating across teams and with external partners
• Professional communication, coordination and follow‑through

The intern may also have opportunities to participate in grantee visits, internal meetings and virtual assessments, gaining broader exposure to Knight Foundation’s journalism portfolio and partners.

Who Should Apply

We welcome applicants who are curious about journalism, philanthropy and public engagement.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Undergraduate or graduate student
• Academic or professional interest in journalism
• Experience with or interest in event planning and coordination
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment

This is an in‑office position located in Miami, Florida

For more on Knight Foundation, visitkf.org

Knight Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.