About the role#
The California Post is the West Coast newsroom for the New York Post. This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a digital-first newsroom. You will work alongside editors, reporters, and producers to contribute to original reporting, breaking news, and multimedia storytelling. This program is designed for those who want to develop the skills necessary to launch a career in journalism.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to live news coverage.
- Attend editorial meetings to participate in newsroom discussions.
- Pitch story ideas and content concepts.
- Help shape the future of news in California.
- Develop professional skills across areas such as newsgathering, digital production, and audience development.
What you'll need#
- Current status as a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree, or current enrollment as a master's student.
- Recent graduates who completed their degree within the past year are also eligible.
- Coursework in Journalism, Communications, English, Digital Media, Broadcasting, or related fields.
- Prior experience in journalism, newsrooms, campus media, student newspapers, broadcast, or digital media is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: On-site in Los Angeles, California.
- Term: Fall 2026 (September 14, 2026, to November 20, 2026).
- Schedule: 24 hours per week.
- Compensation: $20.00 per hour.
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