Opinion Intern - Content

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.

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The Courier Journal, winner of a 2020 Pulitzer Prize and a two-time Pulitzer finalist in 2021, is looking for highly motivated individualscapable of contributing right away as interns in Louisville, Kentucky. Participants in this fellowship program will learn to select, edit and digitally optimize opinion content, for publication on multiple platforms. The program also provides one-on-one coaching and mentoring. We are looking for interns who have an interest in working in opinion journalism, communications or have an interest in social media and digital development with the goal of elevating community conversation with the purpose of productive discourse in the public square.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Fellows will work with the opinion editor to select op-eds, guest columns and letters to the editor in a fast-paced news environment. Duties may include selecting, copyediting, fact-checking, headline writing and search engine optimization. Social media work and editorial board participation are also possibilities, as is appearing in front of a camera for social media video creation

• Critical thinking and analytical skills will be encouraged and sharpened.
• Fellows will work independently and closely with the opinion editor to provide perspectives and insights for newsroom and companywide opinion projects identified by senior leadership as part of strategic growth initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree-seeking students currently enrolled at a college or university preferred. Applicantspreferably will have completed two years of college and have previously had at least one internship.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, adaptable and flexible.
• Excellent communication skills and command of the English language and AP style.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please apply herein and upload your current resume and submit a typewritten letter, not to exceed 500 words. Tell us why you want to be an opinion intern, your ambitions and interests, and about previous experiences in journalism or communications. Upload your letter with your application as a single attachment, preferably in PDF format. The application will only allow one document upload. Completing these steps will ensure that you receive the highest consideration.

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• Job Family General
• Job Function Intern
• Pay Type Hourly

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