About the role#
TravelAge West is looking for an Editorial Intern to join our team in Los Angeles. This role offers the chance to gain experience in a professional media workflow, work with seasoned journalists, and see your work published in print and online. You will contribute to our coverage of the travel, hospitality, and cruise industries.
What you'll do#
- Pitch and write original stories for the magazine and our website.
- Fact-check and copy edit content using AP style.
- Conduct interviews with travel industry leaders.
- Produce newsletters and social media content.
- Report on trends, hotels, cruise lines, and destinations.
- Attend weekly editorial meetings to learn how stories are planned and produced.
- Support the WAVE Awards and Future Leaders in Travel programming.
What you'll need#
- Current college student or recent graduate in English, journalism, communications, or a related field.
- Strong writing, reporting, and editing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and editorial workflows.
- Experience reporting for a student publication, blog, or other media outlet.
- Familiarity with AP style, content management systems like WordPress, and social media platforms.
- Skills in photo editing or design using tools like Canva or Photoshop.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with at least one day per week in the Century City office.
- Schedule: Part-time, approximately 12 weeks, with flexible hours.
- Compensation: $20 per hour.
- Employment: Paid, part-time internship.
About Northstar Travel Group
Northstar Travel Group provides information and marketing solutions for the travel industry. The company operates through media brands, research, and event planning to support decision-makers. Based in Rutherford, New Jersey, the firm maintains a global presence with offices in the United States, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. It functions as a privately held organization with 818 employees.
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