About the role#
The Seattle Times offers a 10-week, paid summer internship for students pursuing a career in journalism. You will work alongside our newsroom staff on real-world assignments. This is a full-time, on-site role for Summer 2027. Note that this is not a reporting or writing position.
What you'll do#
- Manage the homepage by curating headlines and promoting breaking news.
- Alert news teams to trending topics and run A/B headline tests.
- Create trending and analytics reports to help teams make SEO decisions and evaluate coverage.
- Engage potential readers on third-party platforms.
- Craft social media plans and draft alerts.
What you'll need#
- Junior, senior, or graduate student status at a four-year college or university.
- Major in Journalism, Communications, or Media Studies, or a demonstrated commitment to print or online journalism.
- Strong knowledge of AP style, news judgment, and journalistic ethics.
- Experience with non-personal use of platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
- Interest in social media trends for non-personal accounts.
- Previous internship experience at other news organizations is strongly preferred.
- Commitment to the importance of diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences in newsrooms.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $21.30 per hour.
- Benefits: Employee assistance program, paid holidays, public transit subsidy, and a complimentary Seattle Times subscription.
- Schedule: Some weekend work may be required.
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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