News Intern - Kansas City Star

About the role#

The Kansas City Star offers a robust internship program for students interested in reporting and visual journalism. This program provides hands-on experience in a professional newsroom, with many current staff members having started their careers as interns. Positions are available for the spring and summer terms.

What you'll do#

• Work as a reporter or visual journalist covering topics including legislative affairs, local government, breaking news, sports, and audience engagement.
• Produce news-related content to contribute directly to the newsroom.
• Engage with audiences through writing, multimedia materials, social campaigns, and newsletters.
• Participate actively in the internship program activities.

What you'll need#

• Current status as a top student in Journalism, Communications, English, Media Studies, or a related field.
• Ability to specify a preferred reporting topic and highlight specialized expertise, such as data reporting or audience engagement.
• Visual journalist applicants must provide samples of still photography and videography.
• Audience engagement applicants must provide writing or multimedia materials demonstrating their engagement skills.
• Note: Prospective sports interns must apply through the Sports Journalism Institute program.

Location & details#

• Location: Kansas City, Missouri.
• Modality: On-site.
• Status: Full-time, paid internship.
• Application deadline: December 31, 2025, at 5 p.m. CDT.