About the role#
The Courier Journal is hiring an Opinion Intern for the Fall 2026 term. This fellowship program takes place in Louisville, Kentucky, and offers one-on-one coaching and mentoring. You will work with the opinion editor to contribute to community conversations and productive discourse.
What you'll do#
- Select, edit, and digitally optimize opinion content across multiple platforms.
- Prepare guest columns and letters to the editor.
- Perform copyediting, fact-checking, and headline writing.
- Apply search engine optimization techniques to content.
- Manage social media tasks, including the creation of social videos.
- Work independently and alongside the opinion editor on newsroom and companywide projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university, preferably having completed at least two years of study.
- Prior experience through at least one internship is preferred.
- Studies in Communications, Journalism, or English.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to be adaptable and flexible in your work.
- Excellent communication skills and a solid command of the English language.
Location & details#
- Location: Louisville, Kentucky.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Status: Paid, full-time internship.
- Note: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available.
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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