Remote News Reporting Intern — Hands-on Journalism

Evening Post Publishing; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A media organization is seeking a motivated News Intern to join their Rock Hill newsroom. As a reporting intern, you’ll work closely with dedicated journalists and engage in various newsroom functions, including writing and developing stories. Current students pursuing a Bachelor’s in Journalism or Mass Communication at Winthrop University are preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills are key to succeed in this collaborative environment. This is a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at Winthrop University.
• Strong professional work ethic.
• Good customer relation skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce assigned stories from various beats.
• Pitch and develop story ideas.
• Coordinate assignments with editors.
• Learn and use videography and photography.
• Maintain a weekly journal of activity.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organization skills

Ability to work remotely

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, or English

Job description

The Post and Courier News Intern - Winthrop

Rock Hill, South Carolina, United States

About the job The Post and Courier News Intern - Winthrop

Position Description:

The Post and Courier, South Carolina's statewide leader in award-winning news coverage, is looking for an energetic, motivated college news intern to work alongside our dedicated journalists at The Post and Courier Rock Hill newsroom in Rock Hill, S.C. As a reporting intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to all facets of the newsroom, including reporting, writing, visuals, audience and social media. Interns may work on individual reporting assignments or as part of a team providing reporting and research for larger projects.

Responsibilities:

• Produce assigned stories from a variety of beats. Stories should be accurate in fact, tone and implication.
• Pitch, develop and produce story ideas from ongoing coverage, local issues, developed sources, etc.
• Coordinate assignments and schedule with editors, keeping them well-informed about developments and potential challenges.
• Learn and use videography, photography and social media engagement as storytelling tools.
• Learn and use available job technology and systems.
• Learn to develop knowledgeable, diverse sources for stories.
• Maintain a weekly journal of activity and attends check-in meetings as assigned.

Requirements, Minimum Education Level and Experience:

• Currently enrolled at Winthrop University.
• Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English or relevant field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills associated with developing trusting relationships and maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills with excellent follow through.
• Ability to prioritize workload, handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Strong, professional work ethic
• Good customer relation skills with the ability to easily and professionally speak and work with readers and the public
• Ability to work remotely, if necessary

Physical Requirements, Work Environment and Travel:

• Regularly required to sit for long periods of time; close eye work on computer screen; required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend and stoop; light to moderate lifting 15-30 pounds.
• The worker is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes and is sometimes subject to adverse outside environmental conditions.
• Local travel may be required.

The Post and Courier is an equal opportunity, drugfree workplace.