About the role#
The Des Moines Register is offering a 10-week paid internship for the fall of 2026. This role provides hands-on experience in a newsroom setting, including guidance from veteran editors. Work produced during the internship will be published in the Des Moines Register and on its website.
What you'll do#
- Research and gather information from various sources.
- Produce written and multimedia content.
- Collaborate in brainstorming sessions.
- Cover news and enterprise stories.
- Work with the politics team during election coverage, including Election Day and night.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or recent graduation from an Iowa college or university program (junior year or beyond preferred).
- Familiarity with newswriting style.
- Strong critical thinking and attention to detail.
- A valid driver license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
- Availability for some evening and weekend work.
Location & details#
- Location: Des Moines, Iowa.
- Term: Fall 2026 (10 weeks, targeted start date September 14).
- Schedule: 20 hours per week.
- Compensation: $18.00 per hour.
About GateHouse Media
GateHouse Media operates as a publisher of local print and online media across the United States. Founded in 2005, the company maintains a presence in 615 local markets across 39 states. It produces 156 daily newspapers alongside numerous community publications. Beyond publishing, the business provides marketing and creative services to over 220,000 small and medium-sized businesses.
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