Science Reporting Intern

The Transmitter offers up-to-date news and analysis of neuroscience and is dedicated to helping scientists at all career stages stay current and build connections.

Our award-winning news team is seeking an enthusiastic science reporting intern to join our lively newsroom in New York City for the fall of 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for a beginning science journalist to cover the fast-moving field of neuroscience. This paid internship has a 32-hour-per-week minimum requirement and can be full-time. The internship is expected to start in September and end in December.

The intern will learn how to report and write news articles that educate, challenge and inspire our audience of scientists, and leave with a collection of great clips. A background or strong interest in neuroscience, molecular biology, cognition and behavior is essential.

The Transmitter is funded by the Simons Foundation but is editorially independent. This internship will take place at the Simons Foundation offices in New York City. The position is open until filled, but for priority consideration, please submit your complete application by May 19, 2025.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Pitch, report and write news articles for The Transmitter
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a scientific discipline
Graduate journalism coursework preferred

Experience

A background or strong interest in neuroscience, molecular biology, cognition and behavior
Must be familiar with and adhere to journalistic ethics

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Résumé
Cover letter describing your interest in this position
Three clips of your journalistic writing

COMPENSATION

This internship pays $20 to $25 per hour, depending on experience.