Paid Science News Internship DC Journalistic Experience

Society for Science & the Public; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading science journalism organization in Washington, D.C. offers a full-time paid internship in science writing. Interns will work under experienced staff, generating story ideas and writing news articles. This internship is for those planning careers in science journalism, and candidates should have a background in science or journalism. Successful interns may participate in various aspects of journalism, such as fact-checking and social media engagement. The position runs for 10-12 weeks with flexible start dates available.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a background in science and an understanding of journalism.
• Successful applicants include those completing an advanced degree in journalism or science.
• Experience in journalism transitioning to a science specialty is valued.

Responsibilities

• Interns generate story ideas, report and write news stories for the website.
• Opportunity to be involved in fact-checking, social media and multimedia.
• Work with Science News' sister publication aimed at middle school students.

Skills

Background in science

Understanding of journalism

Strong writing skills

Education

Advanced degree in journalism with emphasis in science writing

Advanced degree in science

Job description

A leading science journalism organization in Washington, D.C. offers a full-time paid internship in science writing. Interns will work under experienced staff, generating story ideas and writing news articles. This internship is for those planning careers in science journalism, and candidates should have a background in science or journalism. Successful interns may participate in various aspects of journalism, such as fact-checking and social media engagement. The position runs for 10-12 weeks with flexible start dates available.