2026 Summer Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA) Internships
About The Position
The Oklahoman, in partnership with the Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA) and the Kirkpatrick Foundation, is offering a 10-week, full-time, paid summer internship for three Native American and Indigenous students who are passionate about journalism. We are looking for talented individuals eager to gain professional-level reporting experience and tell compelling stories about communities across Oklahoma. Included will be covered travel and attendance at the annual IJA Conference and a free student membership to IJA for one year. While mentorship and coaching are provided, interns are expected to work independently in a deadline-driven environment. Interns will cover breaking news, trending topics, and feature stories, working alongside reporters, photographers, videographers, editors, and the audience team to expand their reach on social media. Journalists with video skills and a strong interest in video journalism are strongly encouraged to apply. This job may include evening and weekend hours, depending on the newsroom’s needs and the intern's schedule.
Requirements
- Must be college students eligible for IJA membership.
- Journalism majors are preferred, but students from related fields are also considered.
- Previous experience in journalism is a plus (internships, freelance work, or student media).
- Strong writing, reporting, and fact-checking skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced newsroom and meet deadlines.
- This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
Nice To Haves
- Language skills beyond English are a plus.
- Journalists with video skills and a strong interest in video journalism are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Cover breaking news
- Cover trending topics
- Cover feature stories
- Work alongside reporters, photographers, videographers, editors, and the audience team to expand their reach on social media
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
