Datebook Intern, Summer 2026

Hearst Communications • San Francisco, CA

77d • $19 • Hybrid

About The Position

The San Francisco Chronicle is seeking to create a pipeline for the next generation of arts journalists. The position will be based with Datebook, our guide to arts, entertainment and culture in the Bay Area covering film, music, theater and more. Your role will require brainstorming, researching and writing, but may also include art directing collaborators and project coordination. All college students, including community college students or students who will have recently completed their associate or bachelor's degree, are encouraged to apply. Selected candidates will receive training and mentoring from editors and colleagues across departments.

Requirements

• Must be able to work out of the San Francisco and greater Bay Area.
• Weekend, evening and holiday work will be required as events warrant.
• 40 hours a week for 12 weeks.
• Strong writing skills are important, as is a dedication to accuracy, fairness and inclusiveness.
• Newsroom experience with a high school and/or college publication or previous internships strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• An intern with endless curiosity and a proactive attitude.
• Someone who believes in the arts and is hungry to chase stories that haven't been told.
• Someone eager to develop skills that engage readers through compelling headlines, visuals, graphics and other multimedia.

Responsibilities

• Report on breaking news and trending topics as it relates to the Bay Area arts community.
• Report and write news features and reviews for the Chronicle that reflect the diversity of the arts and audiences in the Bay Area.
• Collaborate closely with editors to conceptualize coverage and enhance writing skills.

Benefits

• Paid internship at an hourly rate of $19.18/hr.
• Training and mentoring from editors and colleagues across departments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees