Intern

Tribune Publishing • Orlando, FL

23h

About The Position

A news internship at the Orlando Sentinel takes you into the heart of the ultimate journalism class: a digital news operation in one of America’s newsiest metropolitan areas. Undergraduate or graduate college students, as well as recent graduates, are allowed. This special spring internship is a 16-week paid position. What you will do: Be assigned to different newsroom departments, supervised by an editor, and given assignments to complete on a short-term or long-term basis Come up with your own story ideas to pitch to editors Cover news, business, and politics Who we are: The Orlando Sentinel, founded in 1876, is the primary daily newspaper in Orlando, Florida. Our mission is to deliver the truth every day. We bring you the stories that matter most, written without bias, so you can make informed decisions. The Sentinel's Pulitzer Prize-winning journalism works to protect your interests, help navigate your daily life and tell the stories that connect you with the communities where you live and work. We are headquartered in Orlando, Florida, and are part of the Tribune Publishing Company portfolio. EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. How To Apply: Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here . Along with your resume, please include a cover letter and 6 - 8 samples showcasing your best work. Closing Date: Continuous recruitment until the position is filled Conditions of Employment: A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours #LI-MW1

Requirements

• Completion of basic college journalism/communication courses
• Professional experience through a previous internship or freelance work is essential, though students whose experience is limited to campus media also will be considered if they have a strong body of work
• Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
• Must be available for shift work
• May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

Responsibilities

• Be assigned to different newsroom departments, supervised by an editor, and given assignments to complete on a short-term or long-term basis
• Come up with your own story ideas to pitch to editors
• Cover news, business, and politics

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees