National Journal is hiring an editorial intern.
National Journal has an immediate opening for an intern on the editorial team, one of its flagship editorial products. For more than 30 years, Hotline Wake-Up Call!, Hotline Latest Edition, and National Journal Daily have been the key political tipsheets for officeholders, campaign professionals, pollsters, political parties, and political scholars. This individual will report to National Journal’s managing editor. Interns will work 20 hours a week.
National Journal is a premier research and insights company committed to helping organizations effectively navigate Washington. Best known as one of Washington’s most trusted media brands for nearly 50 years, our expertise is unmatched with teams of specialists dedicated to government affairs, communications, and political research, in addition to exceptional journalism. Our mission is to equip the thousands of government and business leaders in the nation’s capital with the intelligence, insights, and connections they need to save time, increase efficiency, and deliver success.
What is National Journal’s Editorial?
National Journal’s Hotline and Daily is the premier campaign resource for more than 30 years. Read by the most powerful and informed figures in Washington, our daily newsletters cover the latest news from Capitol Hill and campaigns all along the ballot from across the country.
Your responsibilities will include:
Searching and curating the morning’s political news via Google, Lexis/Nexis, social media, and dozens of newspapers and other sources
Contributing to reporting on policy, politics, and campaigns
Writing short pieces of news and analysis
Helping to update our databases
Collaborating with staff correspondents and editors on larger feature stories
Assisting on larger data projects like our Poll Tracker and quarterly FEC donor reports
Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate:
A passion for journalism and a commitment to independent, nonpartisan reporting and writing
Working knowledge of American politics and a hunger to learn more
Thorough attention to detail and ability to file on tight deadlines
The ability to multitask with little to no supervision
A strong work ethic and motivation to succeed
Quick and accurate writing skills
Creative thinking and resourcefulness in problem-solving
Prodigious work ethic and spirit of generosity
Application Deadline: November 30, 2026
Required Application Materials: Cover letter, resume, and writing sample.
Employment Type: Internship (Part-time)
Term: January -May 2027
Compensation: The intern will be paid $20/hour
Skills Required
- Passion for journalism and commitment to independent, nonpartisan reporting and writing
- Working knowledge of American politics and desire to learn more
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to multitask with little to no supervision
- Strong work ethic and motivation to succeed
- Quick and accurate writing skills
- Creative thinking and resourcefulness in problem-solving
- Cover letter, resume, and writing sample
What We Do
National Journal is a Washington-focused media and public-affairs organization that delivers nonpartisan journalism and policy analysis alongside bespoke content, research, and strategic intelligence. It helps government and business leaders and public-affairs teams understand developments in people, politics, and policy, save time, and strengthen their influence. Its offerings include membership, Hotline, Race Tracker, National Journal Daily, research initiatives, and presentation services.
