Washington Photojournalism Intern – Summer 2027

Politico

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship by staff photographers

Direct feedback from editors

Portfolio review

Job summary

POLITICO is seeking an emerging photojournalist for its Summer 2027 photo internship in Arlington, VA. This hands-on role offers experience in photojournalism, photo editing and visual storytelling while collaborating with POLITICO's editors and staff photographer to support daily news coverage.

You'll build a strong portfolio, learn how assignments are sourced and edited in a fast-paced newsroom, and contribute ideas for creative visual storytelling while developing professional skills under

Qualifications

Portfolio demonstrating visual storytelling and journalistic instincts.
Strong news judgment and attention to detail.
Ability to work quickly and meet deadlines.
Familiarity with photo-editing tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support daily photo coverage across POLITICO's newsroom.
Research, source and edit photography for breaking news and enterprise stories.
Assist editors with assignments, visual research and image selection.
Photograph news, events, portraits and other assignments with POLITICO's staff photographer.
Write and edit captions, credits, alt text and photo metadata.
Organize assignments and photo files.
Collaborate with reporters and editors to identify opportunities for original photography.
Contribute ideas for distinctive visual storytelling approaches.