Economics Reporting Internship, Washington, DC (Summer 2025)

Dow Jones

3mo ago

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Media & Journalism
Washington

Requirements

You should be a self-starter who understands the needs of our audience across multiple platforms and is able to work independently under deadline pressure.
Dedication to high journalism standards and excellent writing and reporting skills are required.
A demonstrated interest in business reporting is a plus, though prior business/finance reporting experience is not required.
You should have completed at least one prior reporting internship with another professional media organization or published exceptional work with a campus news outlet or as a freelancer.

Responsibilities

You will work closely with other reporters and editors to deliver prompt, accurate reporting of news on or related to the economy.
You will have the opportunity to write about everything from economic indicators to big national trends and write features as well as breaking news.
And you’ll be expected to generate your own story ideas and follow those stories through to completion with supervision and guidance from an editor.
You should be a self-starter who understands the needs of our audience across multiple platforms and is able to work independently under deadline pressure.
Dedication to high journalism standards and excellent writing and reporting skills are required.
A demonstrated interest in business reporting is a plus, though prior business/finance reporting experience is not required.
You should have completed at least one prior reporting internship with another professional media organization or published exceptional work with a campus news outlet or as a freelancer.

FAQs

What is the application deadline for the Economics Reporting Internship?

The application deadline is Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, at midnight Eastern time.

Who is eligible to apply for this internship?

The internship is primarily for college juniors, but seniors and graduate students enrolled in a degree program by the application deadline are also eligible to apply.

What should be included in the application PDF document?

The application document should include a cover letter, an answer to the prompt about how your economic experience has shaped your career goals (max. 500 words), your résumé, and three examples of your published work.

How long is the internship duration?

The internship lasts for 10 weeks between June and August.

Is prior business reporting experience required for this internship?

No, prior business/finance reporting experience is not required, but a demonstrated interest in business reporting is a plus.

Will I receive feedback on my application?

Only finalists will be contacted, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

What is the pay range for this internship?

The pay range for the internship is $28.57 per hour.

Can I apply if I do not have previous reporting internship experience?

You should have completed at least one prior reporting internship with another professional media organization or have published exceptional work with a campus news outlet or as a freelancer.

Where can I find more information about the internship program?

More information can be found by visiting medium.com/wsj-internships or by emailing internships@wsj.com.

Is this a union position?

No, this is a non-union role.

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