About the role#
IndyStar is seeking a fellow for a 10-week summer program in 2027. You will join our visuals staff to gain hands-on experience in a newsroom environment. This is a paid, full-time position requiring 40 hours per week, including night and weekend shifts. We provide a laptop, camera equipment, and mileage coverage for assignments.
What you'll do#
- Cover news, sports, and features assignments.
- Produce both still photography and video content, including social video.
- Create photo pages and documentary-style videos.
- Work on long-term projects.
- Generate and pitch your own story ideas.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a college junior, senior, or graduate student in journalism or a related degree as of November 1, 2026, or recent graduate status.
- Previous internship experience in newspaper journalism or experience at a college newspaper.
- A clear commitment to a career in news journalism.
- Reliable transportation.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Term: Summer 2027, starting in May ahead of the Indy 500 weekend.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Application Deadline: October 30, 2026, with rolling review.
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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