News & Global Affairs Content Intern
About The Position
About the Role We’re looking for a highly motivated News & Global Affairs Content Intern to help us create short-form “newsbites” that our team will record and publish on a frequent basis. This role is ideal for a student with a strong interest in journalism, global affairs, political science, international relations, economics, or media—and who thrives on moving fast when news breaks. Your job: track current events in real time and turn them into clear, concise, and compelling copy—often same-day. If you’re the kind of person who refreshes multiple news sites before breakfast, you’ll feel right at home.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student (journalism, global affairs, political science, international relations, economics, or related field preferred)
- Strong writing skills with an ability to be clear, concise, and fast
- Excellent understanding of current events and global affairs
- Comfortable working on tight deadlines and adapting to breaking news
- Strong research instincts and fact-checking discipline
- Familiarity with major news outlets (e.g., Reuters, AP, FT, WSJ, NYT, Economist, etc.)
- Self-starter who can work independently and communicate clearly in a remote environment
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in journalism, newsletters, or digital media
- Experience writing for audio or on-camera delivery
- Knowledge of geopolitics, finance, or international policy
- Ability to work across time zones or outside standard business hours when news breaks
Responsibilities
- Monitor breaking news and developing global stories across politics, economics, geopolitics, tech, and culture
- Write concise, accurate, and engaging newsbite scripts (typically 30–90 seconds of spoken content)
- Summarize complex stories into clear, digestible talking points without losing nuance
- Flag important developments and suggest story ideas proactively
- Revise copy quickly based on editorial feedback (speed matters)
- Maintain a neutral, factual tone aligned with journalistic standards
Benefits
- $18–$25 per hour, depending on experience and writing samples
- Full access to Impact Theory University.
- Two complimentary books: Radical Confidence by Lisa Bilyeu and Principles by Ray Dalio.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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