Intern

Summary:

The South Florida Sun Sentinel is offering two 10-week summer internships for undergraduate and graduate students.

The topic areas are determined by staff needs as well as the skills of the applicants. One is usually a Sports intern, and the other can be in any of the following disciplines: News, Features, Data Reporting, or Photo/Visuals.

Please note: Candidates must reside in the Deerfield Beach, FL area.

What you will do:

• Research, report, and write articles to be published on SunSentinel.com and in the South Florida Sun Sentinel newspaper, or shoot photos and video to be published on SunSentinel.com, its social media channels, and in the South Florida Sun Sentinel newspaper
• Collaborate with members of the editorial news teams to brainstorm ideas and pitch content across topic areas in metro news, features/entertainment, photo, or sports
• Assist with the creation and editing of content, including articles, social media posts, and other written or visual materials

What you will bring:

• Current enrollment in a college or university, or status as a recent college graduate
• Completion of foundational college journalism coursework
• Professional experience through a previous internship or freelance work (strongly preferred, though students whose experience is limited to campus media will also be considered)
• Personal photography equipment (required for photo applicants)
• Ability to secure your own local housing for the duration of the internship

Who we are:

The South Florida Sun Sentinel, founded in 1910, serves Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties. Our mission is to deliver the truth every day. We bring you the stories that matter most, written without bias, so you can make informed decisions. The Sun Sentinel's Pulitzer Prize-winning journalism works to protect your interests, help navigate your daily life and tell the stories that connect you with the communities where you live and work. We are headquartered in Deerfield Beach, Florida, and are part of Tribune Publishing Company.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:

• Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here. In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter and 4-5 samples showcasing your best work.

Closing Date:

• Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment: 

• A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
• Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
• Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

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