About the role#
This internship sits at the intersection of journalism, product thinking, and technology. You will help reporters and editors solve real workflow problems using practical, responsible technology. You will research newsroom needs, code tools, and evaluate how AI-assisted workflows fit into editorial processes.
What you'll do#
- Own at least one scoped project that improves how reporters or editors work.
- Write code, build prototypes, test features, and document technical decisions for Newsroom Engineering projects.
- Research and document workflow challenges faced by the newsroom.
- Identify opportunities to improve internal tools and newsroom processes.
- Test prototypes using realistic reporting and editing scenarios.
- Evaluate AI-assisted workflows for accuracy, usefulness, risk, and editorial fit.
- Participate in discussions regarding responsible technology usage in newsroom products.
What you'll need#
- Demonstrated interest in Washington, politics, and policy.
- Proven experience in a newsroom, with at least one professional news media internship or job preferred.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadlines.
- Entrepreneurial mindset.
- Familiarity with basic technical concepts, digital tools, or prototyping workflows is preferred.
- Interest in AI and emerging technologies as they relate to journalism.
- You do not need a specific Computer Science background. Experience building personal sites, writing scripts to scrape data, or teaching yourself to code is relevant.
Location & details#
- Location: Arlington, Virginia (HQ).
- Term: Summer 2027 (June through August).
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $23 per hour.
About POLITICO
POLITICO is a media organization focused on politics and policy. Founded in 2007, the company provides news, analysis, and subscription services for professionals in government and business. It operates with a team of over 1,100 people across several global capitals, including Washington, Brussels, and London. The company is a subsidiary of Axel Springer SE and maintains its headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.
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