2026 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Grant Funded Fall Internships
Listed on 2026-08-06
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Creative Arts/Media
Journalism, Content Writer / Copywriter
2026 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Grant Funded Fall Internships
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is offering paid part-time journalism internships to college students and recent graduates. The fall internships are for candidates interested in any of the following career paths: reporting, producing, social media, photography or videography. We are seeking interns who have a particular interest in education, politics, high school sports and videography.
Who can apply:
- College juniors and seniors
- Recent graduates
- Graduate students
Program details:
- Duration: 10-12 weeks (Dates TBD)
- Hourly Rate: $18.00
What you'll do:
Gain hands-on experience in:
- Covering breaking news, education, sports, features and politics
- Writing headlines, creating social media content and multimedia storytelling
- Participation in training led by veteran journalists on topics like interviewing, writing on deadline, ethics, source development and open records
Responsibilities:
- Write 4–5 stories per week, including breaking news, features and event coverage
- Conduct interviews (in person, by phone, or virtually)
- Research and gather information from various sources
- Produce multimedia content to support stories
- Collaborate in brainstorming sessions
Requirements:
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from a journalism program (junior year or beyond preferred)
- Strong writing, research and fact-checking skills
- Critical thinking, adaptability and attention to detail
- This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
- Availability for some evening and weekend work
Application Instructions
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