Audio/Video Intern, Fall 2026 (HQ)

POLITICO • Arlington, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

POLITICO is seeking an exceptional college student or recent graduate for its Fall 2026 audio/video internship. This role offers hands-on experience in editorial production, content distribution and multimedia storytelling. You’ll work closely with producers and editors to support daily production needs while learning how a fast-paced newsroom creates and distributes journalism across platforms.

Requirements

• Strong passion for journalism, Washington, politics and policy
• Demonstrated Interest in multimedia production, editing, podcasting or platform innovation
• Familiarity with editing software, production tools, or social publishing platforms is a plus
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadlines
• Excellent news judgement
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Proven experience in a newsroom.
• At least one professional news media internship or job preferred

Responsibilities

• Support daily audio and video production workflows across the team
• Conduct research on various topics, individuals and current events to support show editorial process
• Source archival footage, soundbites, and relevant assets for audio and video
• Assist with clipping interviews and live events
• Assist with recording sessions, live transcripts and provide production support in real time
• Help maintain organized production files, metadata, and documentation
• Upload and manage content across CMS, YouTube, podcast, and social platforms
• Collect performance metrics from various platforms

Benefits

• Work on some of the biggest stories in Washington as they unfold, with a behind-the-scenes view of how news gets made
• Be a full-time associate producer. Work independently (and with your team) on shooting, clipping, editing, booking and more.
• Produce in the field as needed
• Build your skills through biweekly intern-specific trainings, newsroom sessions and direct feedback

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed