2026 Grant Funded Ida B Wells Summer Internship Program

USA TODAY Co.

2d•$18•Remote

About The Position

USA TODAY is seeking a Summer Intern to participate in this Internship Program. This paid internship program gives college students an exciting opportunity to produce high-quality journalism alongside some of the world's most talented reporters, editors, photographers and videographers. We’re seeking candidates who are looking for a professional-level experience and have the initiative, skills and judgment to excel at it. You should have the ability to work independently and collaboratively across the teams. Critical thinking and analytical skills will be encouraged and sharpened. Interns are assigned to work for nation, opinion, entertainment, politics, audience, visuals, graphics, or consumer news teams. Our interns edit copy, pitch story ideas, report, create videos, create graphics, create photographs and write articles, scripts, photo captions and social media language. In return, interns are assigned a mentor and attend weekly training sessions during this paid 10-week internship program. This is a remote internship that can be based in all states except Alaska, Hawaii and Wyoming.

Requirements

Interns must be students or demonstrate they were enrolled in a high school, college, or university at least three years prior to beginning the internship program.
Previous internship experience, freelance work or student newspaper experience is strongly preferred.
Journalism majors are welcome, but so are other areas of expertise and training.
A high school or college degree is not required.
Language skills beyond English is a plus.
Candidates with professional, full-time journalism experience are excluded from USA TODAY's internship programs, which are intended to provide opportunities for emerging journalists.
Command of AP writing, spelling, grammar, and style.
Solid fact checking and reporting skills.
Well-organized, detail-oriented and flexible.
Open to new ideas, new experiences and learning on the job.
Critical thinking and analytical skills.
Technical skills (will vary depending on the assignment).
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate effectively inside and outside the organization.
These positions require a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.