Summer 2026 Internship

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About The Dispatch:

At a time of growing industry uncertainty and an alarming erosion of civic discourse The Dispatch stands out as a platform for thoughtful coverage respectful dialogue and a wildly engaged community of paying members. We bring a perspectivewere right-of-centerbut were fiercely independent standing apart from media outlets increasingly engaged in partisan boosterism. Started in 2019 by Steve Hayes the editor-in-chief of The Weekly Standard and Jonah Goldberg editor at National Review The Dispatch has filled a valuable gap in the media ecosystem as captured by articles in the New York Times Vanity Fair The Atlantic and other publications.

Overview:

The Dispatch is pleased to offer its 2026 summer editorial internship program. This is a 10-week opportunity based in our Washington D.C. office beginning June 1 and ending August 7. This is a hands-on internship that will provide invaluable experience for aspiring journalists who want to participate in the editorial process of a thriving media business. The interns will work closely with The Dispatchs reporters staff writers and editors to contribute to The Dispatchs website and newsletters.

Responsibilities

Contribute to standalone and explanatory articles for The Dispatch website newsletters such as The Morning Dispatch and fact checks.
Assist in reporting writing editing fact-checking and producing Dispatch articles and newsletters.
May assist in social media and audio/video production.
Interview key people (witnesses sources etc.) to obtain pertinent information for reporting and explainers.
Establish contacts and sources for use in future research.
Produce one long-term reported project over the course of the 10-week internship to be turned in before the internships completion.
Keep abreast of news developments by studying papers attending events etc.
Transcription of interviews research tasks and other duties that support the work of the editorial team.

Skills and Qualifications

Current enrollment in a related undergraduate or masters degree program. Those graduating in 2026 are eligible.
Desire to pursue a career in journalism.
Ability to follow strict deadlines and take direction correction and constructive feedback professionally.
Familiarity with American politics media conservatism/classical liberalism.
Proficiency with the news media ecosystem and active knowledge of todays big stories.
Computer proficiency (MS Office Google web search databases).
Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.

This is a paid internship unless the intern is receiving funding from another source such as a foundation fellowship or their college. Compensation is $17.95/hour for 30 hours/week. Applicants should submit a résumé cover letter and a writing sample no later than February 20.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Intern

About The Dispatch:At a time of growing industry uncertainty and an alarming erosion of civic discourse The Dispatch stands out as a platform for thoughtful coverage respectful dialogue and a wildly engaged community of paying members. We bring a perspectivewere right-of-centerbut were fiercely inde...