| Employer | The Cleveland Observer |
|---|---|
| Location | Cleveland, OH |
| Type | Internship |
| Apply by | Deadline not specified—Apply ASAP! |
| More details | https://wisc.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/9719169 |
| Posted on | March 31, 2025 |
Description
We are seeking passionate and detail-oriented News Writers & Reporters to join our editorial team. This role is ideal for aspiring journalists, students, and writers who want to develop strong reporting skills and contribute meaningful stories that drive change. You will cover local news, community events, politics, business, and human interest stories while adhering to journalistic integrity and AP Style guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
• Research, pitch, and write compelling news stories, feature articles, and community reports.
• Conduct interviews with community members, local leaders, and subject matter experts.
• Cover assigned beats, including city government, social justice issues, education, and business developments.
• Attend press conferences, public meetings, and events to gather firsthand information.
• Fact-check sources and ensure all content is accurate, balanced, and ethical.
• Collaborate with editors to revise and refine articles for publication.
• Create multimedia content, including photos, videos, and social media snippets, to enhance storytelling.
• Meet deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college/university program in Journalism, Communications, English, Political Science, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
• Experience with AP Style or willingness to learn.
• Excellent interpersonal and interviewing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Passion for local journalism and community storytelling.
• Basic photography or multimedia skills are a plus.
Deadline not specified—Apply ASAP!