Multimedia Communications Intern (Hybrid, NYC)

thenewyorktimes; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Times is seeking a Communications Intern to support the Communications team. You will draft content for multiple channels, develop multimedia materials, maintain media lists and assist with media inquiries as part of a fast-paced, mission-driven environment in New York City.

The 10-week summer internship starts June 7, 2027, pays $20 per hour and requires 35 hours per week in a hybrid role based in New York City.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student focused on Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, Project Management, or Writing.
• Familiarity with data software tools.

Responsibilities

• Draft content for a broad range of communications and channels, including digital, print, reports, presentations, newsletters, videos, etc.
• Collaborate with creative professionals to develop multimedia content, including graphics, social and web posts, long-form narratives and videos.
• Maintain media lists, track media coverage, help compile press coverage reports.
• Assist with media inquiries, including coordination of interviews from our newsroom camera, radio interviews and on-site filming of interviews.
• Pitch stories to relevant media outlets and perform public relations research at the direction of External Communications staff.
• Organize and help compile data driven reports on the successes and challenges of the communications team's efforts.
• Demonstrates support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Education

Undergraduate student focused on Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, Project Management, or Writing

Tools

familiarity with data software tools

Job description

The New York Times is seeking a Communications Intern to support the Communications team. You will draft content for multiple channels, develop multimedia materials, maintain media lists and assist with media inquiries as part of a fast-paced, mission-driven environment in New York City.

The 10-week summer internship starts June 7, 2027, pays $20 per hour and requires 35 hours per week in a hybrid role based in New York City.