Science Journalism Student Intern - Computer Science Department

University of Texas at Austin

105d • $15

About The Position

The marketing and communications team in the computer science department is hiring multiple student interns for the fall semester, with potential to extend! Science Journalism Intern Are you a journalism student who loves digging into complex ideas and turning them into stories people care about? UT Computer Science is hiring a Science Journalism Intern to pitch and write feature-style stories that spotlight groundbreaking research, innovative students, and the real-world impact of computing. From climate tech to cybersecurity, your work will help answer: Why does this matter now?

Requirements

• Clear, compelling writing that can make complex topics understandable
• Strong interviewing instincts and curiosity about how things work
• Experience writing for a publication, blog, internship, or class assignment
• Interest in science, research, and journalism that makes an impact
• Ability to work independently and revise thoughtfully

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Asana or basic CMS tools is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Write both pitched and assigned stories about UTCS research, innovation, and impact
• Interview faculty, students, and alumni to develop compelling storylines
• Cover research events, symposiums, and student project showcases
• Assist with content for multimedia storytelling (e.g., quotes, captions, video scripts, infographics)
• Collaborate with the communications team to shape ideas and refine copy
• Contribute to editorial planning and align with broader content goals

Benefits

• Pay: $15/hour
• Flexible schedule
• Internship Credit: Eligible; details discussed in interviews

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees