Breaking News Intern
About The Position
The Houston Chronicle is looking for an adaptable and detail-oriented student journalist to join its Breaking News team for the summer 2027 internship program. Reporting interns will have the chance to work in one of America’s most exciting news markets, reporting and writing timely stories about the events, issues and trends shaping Houston and Texas. They will gain hands-on experience covering stories on deadline, developing follow-ups, pitching story ideas and collaborating with editors, photographers and audience journalists to deliver accurate, engaging coverage. Past summer interns were essential contributors to our coverage, including reporting on topics like extreme weather events, the FIFA World Cup, social justice protests and political rallies. Our paid internship opportunities have also propelled several former interns to full-time roles on the Chronicle’s staff.
Requirements
- Juniors, seniors or recent graduates with prior experience at a college news publication or professional news organization.
- A personal laptop and Wi-Fi or hotspot access.
- Must obtain housing in Houston and work in the Chronicle’s office at least 3 days a week.
Responsibilities
- Report and write timely, accurate stories
- Collaborate with editors, photographers and the audience team to deliver coverage that meets high standards for accuracy, speed and engagement
- Pitch timely news stories, keeping a close eye on local and national news sources, social media and Google Trends to identify topics
- Conduct interviews with officials, witnesses and community members on deadline
- Verify information from social media, public records and other sources before publication
- Contribute to live blogs and enterprise follow-ups as news develops
Benefits
- Paid internship
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
