Editorial Intern

Media24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced editors

Hands-on editorial experience

12-month internship contract

Job summary

Media24 B2B in Woodmead, Johannesburg offers an exciting 12-month editorial internship. You will work across multiple B2B publications, gaining hands-on experience from researching and writing to sub-editing and publishing across print and digital platforms.

You'll collaborate with editors and journalists covering healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, and the built environment, while developing skills in Wordpress, SEO, and social media copy.

Qualifications

• Qualification in journalism, media studies, English, communications, or related discipline.
• Strong writing ability with clear, engaging style.
• Meticulous proofreading and editing with attention to detail.
• Solid grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Interest in business journalism across healthcare, finance, manufacturing, etc.
• Based in Johannesburg and able to commute to Woodmead daily.
• Experience in interviewing or feature writing (advantageous).
• Familiarity with WordPress or CMS (advantageous).
• Understanding of SEO principles for editorial content (advantageous).
• Experience with newsletters and social media copy (advantageous).
• Afrikaans proficiency (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Researching and writing articles, news pieces, and feature content for B2B publications across multiple sectors
• Conducting interviews with industry professionals, subject-matter experts, and business leaders
• Sub-editing and proofreading copy to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to house style
• Fact-checking content, including verifying statistics, sources, and technical claims in specialist publications
• Sourcing and preparing images, infographics, and other visual elements to accompany editorial content
• Assisting with the planning and production of editorial calendars and content schedules
• Uploading and formatting content on the WordPress-based websites across B2B brands
• Assisting with digital content production, including newsletters, web articles, and social media copy where required
• Building an understanding of the industries we serve and the audiences we write for

Skills

Strong writing ability

Attention to detail

Grammar and punctuation

Editorial collaboration

Education

Journalism/Media studies/English/communications degree

Tools

WordPress

SEO basics

Content management systems

Job description

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an intern to join the editorial team at our B2B office in Woodmead, Johannesburg. This is a 12-month internship programme, and the ideal candidate must be available to start from 1 October 2026.

As an editorial intern, you will work across multiple B2B publications, gaining hands-on experience in the full editorial cycle - from researching and writing original content to sub-editing, fact-checking, and preparing material for publication across print and digital platforms. You will be exposed to the professional standards and ethical requirements of business journalism, working alongside experienced editors and journalists who cover specialised industries including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, and the built environment.

What You'll Be Doing

Your responsibilities will include:

• Researching and writing articles, news pieces, and feature content for B2B publications across multiple sectors
• Conducting interviews with industry professionals, subject-matter experts, and business leaders
• Sub-editing and proofreading copy to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to house style
• Fact-checking content, including verifying statistics, sources, and technical claims in specialist publications
• Sourcing and preparing images, infographics, and other visual elements to accompany editorial content
• Assisting with the planning and production of editorial calendars and content schedules
• Uploading and formatting content on the WordPress-based websites across B2B brands
• Assisting with digital content production, including newsletters, web articles, and social media copy where required
• Building an understanding of the industries we serve and the audiences we write for

What We're Looking For

Essential

• A qualification in journalism, media studies, English, communications, or a related discipline
• Strong writing ability with a clear, accurate, and engaging style
• Meticulous attention to detail, particularly in proofreading and sub-editing
• A solid grasp of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• An interest in business journalism and the industries we cover - healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, and the built environment
• Based in Johannesburg and able to commute to the Woodmead office daily

Advantageous

• Practical or coursework experience in interviewing, news writing, or feature writing
• Familiarity with WordPress or a similar content-management system
• A basic understanding of SEO principles as they apply to editorial content
• Experience with or exposure to digital content formats, including newsletters and social media copy
• Proficiency in Afrikaans, given the bilingual context of the broader Media24 group

Personal Attributes

• A genuine curiosity about how industries work and a desire to tell stories that matter to professionals in those fields
• Willing to learn, ask questions, and absorb feedback from experienced editors
• Able to manage multiple deadlines and switch between publications and sectors
• A collaborative approach to working with editors, designers, photographers, and the broader B2B team
• Committed to the highest standards of accuracy, ethical reporting, and editorial integrity

What We Offer

• Hands-on editorial experience across a diverse portfolio of respected B2B publications
• Mentorship from experienced editors and journalists in a professional newsroom environment
• A 12-month internship contract based at our Woodmead, Johannesburg office
• Opportunities for further development through our online learning platformsExposure to the full editorial production cycle - from concept and research through to publication in print and digital formats
• The opportunity to build a portfolio of published work across multiple sectors and platforms

About Us

Media24 B2B is South Africa's leading business-to-business media division, delivering industry-specific insights, cutting-edge content, and trusted platforms across five core sectors: Medical, Retail, Finance, Design and Construction, and Manufacturing and Quality Control. Our portfolio includes well-established titles such as MoneyMarketing, Leading Architecture & Design, SA Food Review, Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Review, Analytical Reporter, and DIY & Industrial Trade News, reaching over 500 000 readers a month. We empower professionals and businesses with the knowledge and tools to thrive in their industries.

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.