Are you a curious passionate energetic and hardworking undergraduate or graduate student majoring in journalism or communications who is looking for a hands-on learning experience which will help you to further prepare you for an exciting career in journalism Would you enjoy the opportunity to work at a national cable news network supporting editorial newsgathering or production
NewsNation is looking for interns for Summer 2026. The paid internships will run from approximately June 1 2026 August 14 2026
Selected interns will work on one of our NewsNation programs in a bureau or on a production team. Interns will also attend trainings and workshops which help them further understand the editorial business programming and technological aspects of a 24-hour news organization.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Conducting research
Pitching stories
Identifying prospective guests
Helping source video from social media
Desktop editing of videos
Creating graphics
Writing scripts
Shadowing various editorial positions
Desired Characteristics
Ideal Backgrounds Include: Journalism or Broadcast Journalism Digital/New Media Studies Communications Marketing Public Relations Production English Social Media Research.
Must be a team player
Must be self-motivated
Must be able to take feedback and constructive criticism
Salary Range: $17.00 Hourly
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Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes but not limited to medical (with multiple plan options) dental and vision insurance paid time off a 401(k) with company matching contributions Paid Parental leave life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Required Experience:
Intern
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