About the role#
Community Impact offers a 10-12 week full-time summer internship for individuals pursuing a career in local journalism. Interns work alongside experienced editors and reporters to gain hands-on newsroom experience, contributing to both print and digital publications that serve communities across Texas.
What you'll do#
- Write web stories and contribute content to the print product.
- Write for the Impacts and To-do List sections of the paper.
- Shadow reporters at local government meetings.
- Attend community meetings and events outside of regular office hours to connect with sources and take photos.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for journalism, communications, or a related field (or graduation within six months of the start date).
- Experience writing in AP Style, ideally through a student publication or media company.
- Reliable transportation for travel within the communities served.
Location & details#
- Location: Pflugerville, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening shifts required.
