About the role#
APM Reports offers a full-time investigative fellowship based in Saint Paul. This position runs from January 4 to December 3, 2027. You will contribute to national investigative podcasts and produce short-form reporting for MPR News. The role involves hands-on participation in the editorial process, including table reads and group edits. This is a paid position with an hourly rate between $20 and $23, depending on your experience and education.
What you'll do#
- Pitch stories and conduct investigations.
- File public records requests to obtain information.
- Perform high-level research and distill complex information.
- Gather and edit audio using ProTools.
- Explore data journalism, including the use of artificial intelligence.
- Present stories across podcasts, radio, video, digital, data visualizations, and newsletters.
- Participate in on-the-job training and professional development sessions.
What you'll need#
- A completed bachelor's degree or at least two years of professional experience in journalism or communications.
- Reporting experience.
- Availability to work full-time, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- A demonstrated interest in audio and investigative journalism.
- A strong interest in news reporting.
Location & details#
- Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: Full-time throughout Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall 2027.
- Benefits: Includes eligibility for sick time, health insurance as required by the ACA, and participation in the company retirement plan.
About American Public Media Group
American Public Media Group is a nonprofit organization focused on broadcast media production and distribution. Founded in 1967, the company operates as the parent organization for Minnesota Public Radio, Southern California Public Radio, and American Public Media. It maintains facilities in Minnesota, California, and New York. The organization employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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