Spring Journalism Internships — Paid, In-Person in Lancaster

Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

On-site internship

Job summary

LNP Media Group is offering a paid spring journalism internship for 2027 in Lancaster County. This 12‑week, on‑site program provides hands-on newsroom experience, allowing interns to develop reporting, writing, interviewing, editing and storytelling skills alongside experienced journalists.

Interns may work in news, features or sports, with duties across gathering information, meeting deadlines and contributing ideas in a fast-paced environment. Housing is provided for the duration.

Qualifications

• Current college student, recent graduate or emerging journalist seeking professional newsroom experience.
• Demonstrated interest in journalism, reporting, writing or related communications work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct interviews and interact professionally with a wide variety of people.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to accept feedback and incorporate editing and coaching into work.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to manage deadlines and adapt to changing priorities or breaking news.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation.
• Must be able to work in person in Lancaster County for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Report, research and write accurate, engaging stories for LNP and LancasterOnline.
• Conduct interviews with community members, public officials, business leaders and other sources.
• Cover breaking news, community events, government meetings, sporting events and other assignments as directed.
• Develop feature stories and enterprise reporting ideas relevant to Lancaster County readers.
• Gather and verify information from multiple sources while maintaining high standards for accuracy.
• Work with editors to revise and strengthen stories for publication.
• Develop story pitches and contribute ideas during newsroom discussions and planning.
• Meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
• Develop familiarity with digital journalism, including writing and editing content for online audiences.
• Collaborate with reporters, editors, photographers and other members of the editorial team.
• Follow LNP Media Group’s journalistic standards, ethics, policies and professional expectations.
• Participate in newsroom meetings, coaching and professional development opportunities.
• Perform other editorial and reporting duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Interviewing

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

LNP Media Group is offering a paid spring journalism internship for 2027 in Lancaster County. This 12‑week, on‑site program provides hands-on newsroom experience, allowing interns to develop reporting, writing, interviewing, editing and storytelling skills alongside experienced journalists.

Interns may work in news, features or sports, with duties across gathering information, meeting deadlines and contributing ideas in a fast-paced environment. Housing is provided for the duration.