FAQs
What is the duration of the Audience Internship?
The Audience Internship lasts for 10 weeks between June and August 2025.
Who is eligible to apply for the internship?
The internship is primarily for college juniors, but seniors and graduate students enrolled in a degree program by the application deadline is also eligible to apply.
What are the primary duties of the intern?
The intern will deliver data-driven analysis, collaborate with audience strategists to engage subscribers and reach new audiences, and work closely with the social and SEO team.
What qualifications are required for the internship?
Applicants should have completed at least one prior reporting internship with a professional media organization or demonstrated exceptional work with a campus news outlet or as a freelancer, along with excellent writing and reporting skills.
How should candidates submit their application?
Candidates should upload one PDF document containing a cover letter, a response to a specific question, a résumé, and three examples of audience development work.
What is the deadline for submitting applications?
The deadline to apply is Sunday, October 27, 2024, at midnight Eastern time.
How will the applications be reviewed?
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and selections are expected to be made by the end of January 2025.
Can I contact someone if I have questions about the internship?
Yes, you can visit medium.com/wsj-internships or email internships@wsj.com, but it is recommended to check if your question is already answered on the website first.
Is the internship paid?
Yes, the internship has a pay rate of $28.57 per hour.
What type of work examples should be included in the application?
Applicants should provide three examples of their audience development work, showcasing audience-centric journalism, audience-first coverage plans, or performance analysis of coverage, indicating their role in each piece.