Science Reporting Intern, The Transmitter

Simons Foundation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Transmitter, hosted by the Simons Foundation, seeks a science reporting intern for the New York City newsroom for the spring 2027 term. This paid internship requires a minimum of 32 hours per week and offers collaboration on neuroscience-themed articles that educate and inspire the scientific audience.

Ideal candidates have a background or strong interest in neuroscience, genetics, cognition, and behavior, and are familiar with journalistic ethics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a scientific discipline.
• A background or strong interest in neuroscience, genetics, cognition and behavior. Must be familiar with and adhere to journalistic ethics.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, report and write news articles for The Transmitter.
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned or required.

Skills

Neuroscience interest

Journalistic ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate journalism coursework

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Transmitter offers up-to-date news and analysis of neuroscience and is dedicated to helping scientists at all career stages stay current and build connections. Our award-winning news team is seeking an enthusiastic science reporting intern to join our lively newsroom in New York City for the spring of 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for a beginning science journalist to cover the fast-moving field of neuroscience. This paid internship has a 32-hour-per-week minimum requirement. The intern will learn how to report and write news articles that educate, challenge and inspire our audience of scientists, and you’ll leave with a collection of great clips. A background or strong interest in neuroscience, genetics, cognition and behavior is essential. The Transmitter is funded by the Simons Foundation but is editorially independent. This internship will take place at the Simons Foundation offices in New York City from January to May 2027.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pitch, report and write news articles for The Transmitter.
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a scientific discipline. Graduate journalism coursework preferred.
• Experience A background or strong interest in neuroscience, genetics, cognition and behavior. Must be familiar with and adhere to journalistic ethics.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Resume
• Cover letter describing your interest in this position
• Three clips of your journalistic writing

COMPENSATION

This internship pays $20 to $25 per hour, depending on degree level

Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:

Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers. The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law.

The Simons Foundation is a private foundation in New York City whose mission is to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences. Founded in 1994 by Jim and Marilyn Simons, the foundation supports transformative science through grantmaking, in-house research and public engagement. The Simons Foundation provides grants in autism science and neuroscience; life sciences; mathematics and physical sciences; and science, society and culture.

The foundation’s in-house research division, the Flatiron Institute, develops and deploys computational methods to advance basic scientific research.

Visit the Simons Foundation career page to learn more.

Salary and Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.

Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:

Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers. The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law.

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