About the role#
The Seattle Times offers a paid 10-week summer internship for students pursuing a career in journalism. You will work alongside our staff on real-world assignments, contributing to both our print and digital platforms.
What you'll do#
- Copy edit stories for web and print publication.
- Write headlines tailored for multiple platforms.
- Produce digital news alerts and email newsletters.
- Collaborate with newsroom teams to maintain high-quality content.
- Uphold standards of accuracy, ethics, fairness, taste, and inclusivity.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or graduate student at a four-year college or university.
- A major in Journalism or a demonstrated commitment to print and online journalism.
- Strong language skills and a basic grasp of AP style.
- Experience editing on multiple platforms.
- Digital literacy.
- A willingness to work nights and weekends.
- Previous internship experience at other news organizations is strongly preferred.
- A commitment to diversity and inclusive newsrooms.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $21.30 per hour.
- Benefits: Paid holidays, an employee assistance program, a public transit subsidy, and a complimentary Seattle Times subscription.
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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