NEA Editorial Intern, Center for Communications (Fall 2026)

National Education Association

2d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The NEA Internship Program provides interns with training, learning opportunities, educational activities, and exposure to a variety of rich and substantive programmatic experiences that support quality public education. These experiences may include conducting research; data analysis; writing, editing, using Internet applications and social media; participating in and assisting with partnership events, meetings, and policy forums; visits to Capitol Hill; and other appropriate program-related activities. The NEA partners with institutions of higher education, intern programs and other organizations to identify interns - generally juniors, seniors, recent college graduates (up to 18 months) or graduate students - who are interested in public education policy and education issues. Students pursuing degrees in Education, Political Science, Government, Human Resources, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Communications, Computer Science, Journalism, Mass Media, Graphic Design, Digital Communications and other disciplines are encouraged to apply. This position supports NEA’s strategic objective to focus the energy and resources of its 3 million members toward the promotion of public education by participating in internship opportunities and assignments in the Center for Communications, Editorial Department, of the National Education Association.

Requirements

Individuals interested in participating in the NEA Internship Program.
Individuals interested in public education policy and education issues.
Students pursuing degrees in Education, Political Science, Government, Human Resources, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Communications, Computer Science, Journalism, Mass Media, Graphic Design, Digital Communications and other disciplines.
Resume
Cover letter – indicating preferred department or area(s) of interest
Letter of recommendation
Writing sample
Skill in using a computer and/or laptop
Oral and written communication skills
Skills in proofreading and editing
Use of clear and articulate speech
Interpersonal relations skills
Reasoning and problem solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.)
Ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car.

Nice To Haves

Juniors
Seniors
Recent college graduates (up to 18 months)
Graduate students

Responsibilities

Research and write articles for NEA Today, NEA Today for NEA Retired, NEA Today for Aspiring Educators in print, digital and app formats.
Assist editors and senior writers with background research, information gathering, and reporting.
Participate in weekly editorial team meeting and take on weekly assignments.
Pitch and develop story ideas and other content.
Create multimedia pieces.
Work collaboratively with NEA staff and participate in a variety of meaningful learning experiences, projects and opportunities during the internship.
Participate in assigned Center/department activities.
Participate in relevant NEA sponsored and/or approved group activities that may occur at NEA or in the Washington Metropolitan area.
Participate in interviews with the NEA President and Executive Director, and organizational leadership and staff.
Observe NEA events such as Representative Assembly events, Board meetings or cross Center/department events.
Participate in policy forums, organizing or lobbying activities or organized partner or Intern events in the Washington DC Metropolitan area, such as Washington DC Intern Week.