Science News Internship

WIGSAT

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 67,000 - 100,000

Full time

29 hours ago

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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

A full-time, paid 10- to 12-week science journalism internship at Science News in Washington, D.C., offered in spring, summer and fall sessions with one intern selected per period. Ideal candidates include journalism graduate students focused on science writing, skilled writers pursuing an advanced science degree, and journalists moving into science. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About This Program

Program Details

Field Other

Level Graduate

Country United States

Institution Society for Science

Online Available

In person

Funding / Award Yes

Women-Only Program Open to all; women encouraged

At a Glance

Level Graduate