About the role#
The Journalism and Media team at the MacArthur Foundation invests in the creation and distribution of accurate, inclusive news and narratives. This summer internship offers an opportunity to support our work in professional nonprofit reporting, nonfiction multimedia storytelling, and participatory civic media.
What you'll do#
- Review grant proposals and meet with prospective and renewing grantees.
- Produce written analyses of work created by grantees and grantseekers, including news articles, documentaries, podcasts, and series.
- Conduct desk research into current trends across the journalism and media field.
- Attend grantee events and meetings.
- Help plan public and grantee events.
- Organize learning opportunities within the Foundation.
- Support social media strategy to amplify the work of our grantee partners.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program.
- You must be returning to school after the internship concludes.
- Demonstrated experience and interest in journalism and media.
- Familiarity with researching stories and measuring media impact.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A proactive and curious approach to managing projects and assignments.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based in Chicago, Illinois.
- The program runs from June 8 to August 11, 2027.
- We operate on a hybrid schedule with designated in-office and virtual days.
- Interns are required to reside in the Chicagoland area for the duration of the program.
About MacArthur Foundation
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago. Founded in 1978, it supports institutions and individuals working on social challenges like climate change and nuclear risk. The foundation also funds journalism and local projects in its home city. It employs between 51 and 200 people.
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