Paid Science Journalism Internship — 10-12 Weeks (DC)

WIGSAT; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Science News in Washington, D.C. offers a full-time, paid 10- to 12-week science journalism internship in spring, summer and fall sessions with one intern selected per period.

The program provides hands-on newsroom experience, mentorship from editors, and exposure to daily science coverage across print and digital formats. Ideal candidates include journalism graduate students focused on science writing, skilled writers pursuing an advanced science degree, and journalists moving into science.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in journalism or related field.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Demonstrated ability to translate science into clear storytelling.

Skills

Strong writing

Science writing

Editing

Research

Education

Journalism student

Journalism degree

Job description

Science News in Washington, D.C. offers a full-time, paid 10- to 12-week science journalism internship in spring, summer and fall sessions with one intern selected per period.

The program provides hands-on newsroom experience, mentorship from editors, and exposure to daily science coverage across print and digital formats. Ideal candidates include journalism graduate students focused on science writing, skilled writers pursuing an advanced science degree, and journalists moving into science.