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Intern, Sports

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Media & Journalism
  • New York

Requirements

  • Experience at a college newspaper or website strongly preferred
  • Deep knowledge of all sports, in particular New York teams
  • Track record of strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Familiarity with the New York Post and our writing style

Responsibilities

  • Write, produce, and edit stories for digital and print publications, initially with guidance from editors
  • Work on tight deadlines, producing stories in a timely fashion
  • Cover live events, such as MLB games or NBA and NHL practices, or press conferences
  • Uncover new stories and effectively pitch them for publication
  • Partner with the sports video department, helping create daily content
  • Assist in optimizing and executing site’s social media strategy

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is scheduled to run from February 3, 2025, to April 11, 2025, for a total of 10 weeks.

How many hours per week is the internship?

Participants are expected to work approximately 24 hours per week.

What are the responsibilities of the Sports Intern?

Responsibilities include writing, producing, and editing stories for digital and print, covering live events, uncovering new stories, partnering with the sports video department, and assisting with social media strategy.

Is prior experience required for this internship?

Experience at a college newspaper or website is strongly preferred.

What sports knowledge is required for the internship?

A deep knowledge of all sports, particularly New York teams, is required.

Is there a specific writing style interns should be familiar with?

Yes, familiarity with the New York Post's writing style is preferred.

What is the pay rate for this internship?

The pay range for the internship is $16.50 per hour.

Is the internship in person or remote?

The New York Post adheres to a hybrid work model.

What type of content will interns be creating?

Interns will be writing and producing stories for digital and print publications, as well as creating content for sports video.

Are there opportunities for story pitching?

Yes, interns are encouraged to uncover new stories and effectively pitch them for publication.

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