Jim Welch Newsroom Internship Program

About the role#

The Jim Welch Newsroom Internship Program at VTDigger offers early-career journalists the opportunity to participate in a general assignment reporting role. This is a paid, on-site position based in Montpelier, Vermont. VTDigger accepts applications on a rolling basis for three distinct periods: Spring (January–May), Summer (June–August), and Fall (September–December).

What you'll do#

• Produce clear, concise stories on breaking news and enterprise projects that reflect all credible sides of an issue.
• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and proactively with sources, editors, photographers, and other reporters.
• Cultivate news sources to support future coverage.
• Participate in news meetings to exchange information and support team collaboration.
• Use data, public records requests, and narrative storytelling to enrich reporting.
• Apply multimedia skills, including audio and video, to coverage when possible.
• Maintain accuracy and promptly alert editors if a correction or clarification is necessary.
• Engage in an active learning process with editors and mentors.

What you'll need#

• Status as an early-career journalist.
• Ability to produce clear, concise news stories.
• Proficiency in effective communication with sources and colleagues.
• Experience or interest in news coverage using data and narrative storytelling.
• A commitment to active engagement and learning within a professional newsroom.
• Educational background in Journalism or Communications.

Location & details#

• Location: Montpelier, Vermont (On-site requirement).
• Compensation: $17–$18 per hour.
• Sponsorship: Not available.
• Academic credit: Students receiving school credit may be considered.