Statehouse Politics Intern

Statehouse Politics Intern

is seeking a spring semester intern to join our Statehouse reporting team. This position offers a front‑row seat to Ohio politics and policy, with opportunities to learn the craft of political journalism in a fast‑paced environment.

• Attend legislative committee meetings, press conferences, and floor sessions at the Statehouse, taking notes and tracking policy debates in real time.
• Work closely with a senior reporter while also identifying and following your own story ideas.
• Spend at least two days per week downtown at the Statehouse; reliable transportation is required.
• Integrate artificial intelligence tools into your reporting workflow as part of our newsroom practices.

• Strong interest in politics, government, and public policy.
• Solid writing, research, and organizational skills.
• Curiosity, initiative, ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

40‑hour a week internship; paid at $15.00/hr.

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Mental health support options.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Fertility assistance.
• Competitive 401(k) plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Optional legal assistance.
• Life insurance options.
• Flexible holidays to honor cultural diversity.

Advance Local Media is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law.

Advance Local Media does not provide sponsorship for work visas or employment authorization in the United States. Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered for this position.