The Staten Island Advance/SILive.com is seeking energetic, enthusiastic students or recent graduates who have completed college-level journalism coursework to spend a semester working alongside our journalists as part of our paid Internship Program.
This hands-on opportunity gives aspiring journalists real-world experience reporting and creating digital content in a fast-paced local newsroom.
The pay rate is $17 per hour. Interns work 16 hours per week, preferably split into two eight-hour shifts. Depending on newsroom needs, weekend shifts may also be available at certain times.
Interns may pursue real-time reporting in the field, learn the systems and digital tools used by media professionals and serve Staten Island as part of our community news team. Areas of focus may include reporting, writing, photography, social media, videography and/or assisting with podcasting.
What we're looking for
Candidates should:
- Have completed college-level journalism coursework and have a working knowledge of AP style.
- Have strong written and verbal communication skills and be a self-starter.
- Be comfortable taking photos and shooting short-form video for social media and other digital platforms, including while reporting in the field.
- Be comfortable using artificial intelligence tools to streamline appropriate tasks and newsroom workflows while following newsroom standards and editorial guidance.
- Be able to work in a fast-paced newsroom and pivot quickly when breaking news or other assignments arise.
- Have reliable transportation and be able to travel throughout Staten Island, getting to assignments in a timely manner when needed.
Interested candidates should complete an application, and attach a cover letter and resume.
Skills Required
- Completed college-level journalism coursework
- Working knowledge of AP style
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-starter attitude
- Comfort taking photos and shooting short-form video for social media and digital platforms
- Comfort using artificial intelligence tools appropriately in newsroom workflows
- Ability to work in a fast-paced newsroom and adapt to breaking news or changing assignments
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to travel throughout Staten Island and reach assignments promptly
- Cover letter and resume
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