Part time Fall, Consumer Advice, Insurance Intern
About The Position
U.S. News & World Report is a digital media company focused on providing consumers with expert advice and rankings across various sectors including education, health, money, travel, and careers. The company publishes independent reporting, data journalism, and advice that has built trust over 90 years. Their platforms reach millions of users seeking guidance on decisions, with signature franchises like the “Best” series of consumer guides. U.S. News & World Report values a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can succeed. This internship offers a journalism student the opportunity to join the insurance team, covering a range of insurance types. Interns will gain experience in advice journalism, media brand operations, content creation, SEO, and content management systems. The role involves reviewing, updating, and editing content, fact-checking, developing story ideas, engaging with industry experts, and producing multimedia content for social media. Bylined writing opportunities may be available for exceptional interns.
Requirements
- Part-time or full-time students who have completed 48+ credit hours (rising juniors/seniors and graduate students) and are enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university.
- Part-time or full-time students enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited college or university.
- Ability to handle multiple short-term and longer-term assignments while meeting tight deadlines.
- Sound judgment, professionalism and maturity in the workplace.
- Sharp attention to detail with strong copy editing and fact-checking skills.
- Effective communication skills in both written and spoken English.
- Must be able to work a hybrid in-office work schedule from our office in Washington, D.C.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of AP style
- Experience with using Google tools such as Docs, Sheets and Gemini, as well as project management tools such as AirTable
- Interest in and/or familiarity with writing insurance content
- Familiarity with SEO best practices and tools
- Video and graphics skills
- Social media savvy
- GPA of 3.0 or above
Responsibilities
- Review articles for factual and grammatical accuracy and proper formatting.
- Identify and catalog articles that need to be updated.
- Update, edit and optimize older stories.
- Help research and write insurance content and articles.
- Create videos and other multimedia products for social media.
- Actively and enthusiastically participate in trainings and team activities.
- Assist with research or administrative tasks as needed.
Benefits
- School Credit
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
