Newsroom Internship Program (2025)
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About The Position
The Washington Post is seeking students for its 2025 summer internship program, aimed at college juniors, seniors, and graduate students currently enrolled in a degree program. The application deadline is set for noon Eastern time on Friday, October 4, 2024. Applicants are encouraged to utilize the 'Apply' button and select 'Autofill with Resume' for a streamlined uploading experience. Required application materials include a résumé, an autobiographical essay (limited to 500 words), and at least three work samples, unless otherwise specified. Cover letters are not mandatory. All submissions must be in English and can be provided as links or documents in the designated field labeled Resume/Cover Letter/Work Samples. Interns will have the opportunity to work in various roles within the newsroom, including reporters, visual journalists, copy editors, news and digital designers, graphics reporters and developers, audio producers, data reporters, and audience strategy editors. Each role has specific requirements and responsibilities. For instance, reporters are expected to demonstrate clear and concise writing, with a focus on enterprise reporting and online writing. Visual journalists must be proficient in photography and video editing software, while copy editors need to have a strong grasp of style and grammar. The internship will take place in the Washington newsroom, where interns will join a diverse team dedicated to delivering high-quality, trustworthy news and information. The Post values a multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives, welcoming all cultures and backgrounds.
