Summer 2026 Multimedia Internship

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

AboutThe Dispatch:

At a time of growing industry uncertainty and an alarming erosion of civic discourseThe Dispatchstands out as a platform for thoughtful coverage respectful dialogue and a wildly engaged community of paying members. We bring a perspective were conservatives classical liberals libertariansbut were fiercely independent standing apart from media outlets increasingly engaged in partisan boosterism. Started in 2019 by Steve Hayes the Editor-in-Chief ofThe Weekly Standard and Jonah Goldberg editor atNational ReviewThe Dispatchhas filled a valuable gap on the center-right in the media ecosystem as captured in articles inVanity FairThe Atlanticandother publications.

Overview

The Dispatch is pleased to offer its 2026 summer multimedia internship program. This is a 10-week opportunity beginning June 1 and ending August 7. This is a hands-on internship that will provide invaluable experience for aspiring multimedia 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 podcasts and social videos.

Responsibilities

Assist with podcast video and social media production across The Dispatchs multimedia team.
Support the development and distribution of podcast and social video content including clipping asset gathering writing metadata and publishing support.
Help identify strong moments from podcasts interviews and live events for use in social video and YouTube.
Help record podcast audio and video in Riverside and edit in Premiere.
Provide general editorial and multimedia support to producers editors and other members of The Dispatch team.

Skills & Qualifications

Current enrollment in a related undergraduate or masters degree program. Those graduating in 2026 are eligible.
Strong interest in journalism podcasting digital video and the evolving media landscape.
Familiarity with American politics news and public affairs along with an active interest in the major stories shaping the national conversation.
Some hands-on experience with audio video or social content production through coursework internships student media freelance work or personal projects.
Basic proficiency with one or more relevant production tools such as ProTools Adobe Audition or Premiere Descript Riverside Canva or similar platforms.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines manage details carefully and respond professionally to feedback.
Good editorial judgment strong communication skills and a willingness to learn quickly in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

$17.95 - $17.95 an hour

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.

Were committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender gender identity or expression or veteran status. Were proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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

AboutThe Dispatch:At a time of growing industry uncertainty and an alarming erosion of civic discourseThe Dispatchstands out as a platform for thoughtful coverage respectful dialogue and a wildly engaged community of paying members. We bring a perspective were conservatives classical liberals libert...