Election Integrity Reporting Intern (Volunteer, Fall 2026)

WhoWhatWhy•New York, NY

5d•Remote

About The Position

This is a volunteer opportunity for college students or recent graduates interested in election integrity and journalism. The intern will cover threats to free and fair elections from now through the midterms and the subsequent legal challenges. WhoWhatWhy is a non-profit news organization that relies on skilled volunteers to raise public awareness of injustices. The internship program offers aspiring journalists training in all facets of reporting, working with mentors to write various news articles, and the opportunity to build a portfolio of quality work. Mentors are experienced professionals from publications like The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Hill, as well as journalism educators. The program operates remotely, providing distance learning opportunities. Interns will receive support in finding future employment through letters of recommendation, references, networking, and coaching.

Requirements

College student or recent graduate.
Worried about the state of democracy in the US.
Desire to hone journalistic skills.
Passion and drive to cover threats to free and fair elections.
Some reporting and writing experience is required.
Commitment of a minimum of 10-15 hours per week through November.
Must confirm understanding that this is a volunteer position.
Submit a resume and a carefully reasoned, customized cover letter.

Nice To Haves

Some interns stay on as paid freelancers or fellows.

Responsibilities

Cover threats to free and fair elections.
Write various kinds of news articles, from wire-service style pieces to investigative stories.
Attend live Zoom calls for instruction and discussion with mentors and peers.