The paid position ($17.02/hour) is 20–25 hours per week and involves fact checking; participating in research projects; managing our online events calendar; and writing and editing for Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, Mpls.St.Paul Home & Design, and mspmag.com. Interns finesse research and reporting/editing skills and get an inside look at the workings of a monthly publication and daily website and newsletter. We want our interns to leave the internship program with an understanding of both print and digital publishing platforms, which is crucial in today’s job market.
Start Dates: We typically offer two internship programs—winter/spring (January through June) and summer/fall (June through January). Note: We do not offer summer-only internships. The positions are hybrid, with at least one day in the office each week (candidates must reside in MN). You must be able to use your own cell phone and access to internet for the position. We will provide you with a laptop for the internship’s duration.
QualificationsRequirements: Candidate must be pursuing or have graduated with an English/journalism/communications major or minor, or have related experience. Eagerness, a willingness to learn, and an interest in magazines is a must. Experience at a student publication and/or other publications is preferred.
Deadline: The deadline for the winter/spring 2027 internship application is November 16, 2026. The deadline for summer/fall 2027 will be in mid-April. Please indicate which timeframe you wish to be considered for in your application.
Contact: To apply, please fill out the application form here or e-mail a cover letter, current résumé, and three published writing samples or clips (no term papers, please) to Mpls.St.Paul Magazine at [email protected]. You must include the cover letter, resume, and clips, as well as your Monday–Friday availability and potential start date for the internship term, to be considered. We will not be able to consider candidates without full application packages. Strong candidates have very clean, articulate application packages. All items should be in PDF format. No links to clips. Indicate if you are interested in a winter/spring or summer/fall internship. We will contact candidates as soon as we are able after the deadline.
Note: if completing the online application, please send documents in a single PDF or standard Word document.
MSP Communications is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
Skills Required
- Pursuing or graduated with an English, journalism, communications, or related major or minor, or equivalent related experience
- Eagerness and willingness to learn
- Interest in magazines
- Experience at a student publication or other publication
- Must reside in Minnesota
- Must be available to work 20–25 hours per week and provide Monday–Friday availability
- Must be able to work hybrid, including at least one day in the office each week
- Must have access to a personal cell phone and internet
- Submit a cover letter, current resume, and three published writing samples or clips
- Provide a potential start date and indicate the preferred internship timeframe
What We Do
MSP Communications is a leader in B2B branded content, dedicated to helping businesses succeed through innovative marketing solutions. It is also a publisher of Twin Cities Business and Mpls.
