About the role#
The Houston Chronicle is looking for a student journalist to join the Audience team for the summer 2027 program. You will work with editors, reporters, and strategists to determine how journalism reaches readers and keeps them engaged. This role involves shaping news coverage, crafting headlines, and using data to understand audience interests. You will gain experience at the intersection of storytelling and digital strategy while helping the Chronicle reach readers across Houston.
What you'll do#
- Monitor real-time analytics to identify patterns in what readers view, share, and return to.
- Help editors and reporters frame stories for clarity, relevance, and impact.
- Write and refine headlines, social copy, push alerts, and promotional language.
- Create social posts and contribute to strategies for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Reddit.
- Assist with newsletter planning, writing, and story selection.
- Package stories for the homepage and other digital platforms.
- Research search trends, audience interests, and emerging platforms.
- Pitch ideas for reaching new audiences and deepening connections with existing readers.
- Collaborate across the newsroom to translate journalism into digital experiences.
What you'll need#
- Current status as a junior, senior, or recent graduate.
- Prior experience at a college news publication or professional news organization.
- A personal laptop and reliable Wi-Fi or hotspot access.
- Ability to obtain housing in Houston for the duration of the internship.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10 weeks, early June to early August).
- Modality: Hybrid (must work in the office at least 3 days a week).
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend coverage).
- Compensation: Paid at $15 per hour.
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