Science Communications Intern - Hybrid Newsroom

Civic Science Media Lab; United States; Hybrid; USD 31,684 - 37,195; Part time

Job summary

A prominent communications organization is seeking a science communications intern to support their newsroom team in creating engaging content. The ideal candidate will help write and edit science releases for ACS journals and meeting events while assisting with video production and social media outreach. The intern should possess a strong background in science communication, ideally as a rising college senior or graduate student. This hybrid position offers a flexible schedule based in Washington D.C.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a major in science communications/science writing.
• Experience translating scientific content for a general audience.
• Passionate about science and storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit science releases based on research published in ACS journals.
• Assist in production of video projects including Headline Science.
• Help manage content across ACS social media platforms.

Skills

Science communication

Writing and editing

Video production

Social media engagement

Education

Pursuing a major in science communications/science writing

Rising college senior or recent graduate

Masters/PhD in science communications/science writing

Job description

A prominent communications organization is seeking a science communications intern to support their newsroom team in creating engaging content. The ideal candidate will help write and edit science releases for ACS journals and meeting events while assisting with video production and social media outreach. The intern should possess a strong background in science communication, ideally as a rising college senior or graduate student. This hybrid position offers a flexible schedule based in Washington D.C.