Intern - Features Reporter
The Denver Post is seeking a Features Intern to work on the Features Desk/The Know over the summer of 2024. We are a newspaper seeking to serve a broad audience and that is only possible when we embrace diversity, both in our news decisions and our staffing. We aim to tell stories from the diverse range of voices that make up this community and do that, in part, by actively recruiting and hiring people from all backgrounds. We would love to hear the unique perspective you think you bring to this role.
The No. 1 newspaper in the Rocky Mountain region, The Denver Post is helping shape the next generation of journalists by offering 10-week paid internships for the summer of 2024. In addition to this position, we are seeking news and features reporting interns. This is a paid internship, but interns will be responsible for their own travel, housing and transportation.
What You Will Do
Report stories (sometimes breaking) for online and print, often with a more conversational tone than traditional hard news stories
Source development and relationship building
Pitching story ideas in the realm of Colorado arts, music, nightlife, dining and the outdoors
Handle baseline web production on stories
What You Will Bring
Applicants should have completed junior year of college before summer 2024
A demonstrated interest in print and online journalism
Well-versed in basic news writing and AP style
A reliable car is required
Previous internship at a daily paper is required
Include In Your Application
A cover letter outlining what you would bring to the position
A resume that includes three references and links to five of your most recent pieces of work or a link to your personal portfolio website
Who We Are
The Denver Post is a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, one of the largest media groups in the U.S., serving high-value audiences and connecting advertisers to them. MNG publishes award-winning content (49 Pulitzers) that amasses and engages a nationwide audience via 800 multimedia platforms including web, mobile, social and print.
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The hourly wage is $13.65. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, MediaNews Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, and 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).