About the role#
The Seattle Times offers a 10-week paid internship for students building a career in journalism. You will work alongside our staff on real-world assignments for our newspaper and website.
What you'll do#
- Write and report stories ranging from breaking news to enterprise pieces.
- Work with other reporters and interns on newsroom projects.
- Build relationships with sources that reflect the diversity of our communities.
- Learn the tools and platforms used in our newsroom.
What you'll need#
- Standing as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or graduate student.
- A major in journalism or a clear commitment to print or online journalism.
- Strong reporting, writing, and multimedia skills.
- Social media proficiency and digital literacy.
- An understanding of the importance of diverse cultural backgrounds in newsrooms.
- Previous internship experience at a news organization is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time.
- Pay: $22.14 per hour.
- Benefits: Employee assistance program, paid holidays, public transit subsidy, and a complimentary subscription to The Seattle Times.
About The Seattle Times
The Seattle Times is a news media company based in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1896, it operates as a privately held organization. The company produces journalism across print, online, and mobile formats. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Content covers topics such as sports, health, travel, and investigative reporting.
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