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Editorial Intern
National Journal. Search and curate the morning’s political news via Google, Lexis/Nexis, social media, newspapers, and other sources .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong writing skills and a thorough understanding of American politics, with the ability to produce timely news and analysis while collaborating effectively with editorial teams. Exhibits attention to detail and a commitment to independent, nonpartisan journalism.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Strong Writing SkillsKnowledge of American PoliticsAttention to DetailAbility to MultitaskCommitment to Nonpartisan Reporting
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Hard Skills
News WritingData AnalysisDatabase ManagementPolitical ReportingContent Curation
Soft Skills
Creative ThinkingResourcefulnessStrong Work EthicMotivation to SucceedAbility to Work Independently
Tools & Technologies
GoogleLexis/NexisSocial MediaDatabases
Industry Keywords
JournalismNonpartisan ReportingPolitical AnalysisCampaign ReportingFEC Donor Reports
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Search and curate the morning’s political news via Google, Lexis/Nexis, social media, newspapers, and other sources
- Contribute to reporting on policy, politics, and campaigns
- Write short pieces of news and analysis
- Help update databases
- Collaborate with staff correspondents and editors on larger feature stories
- Assist on data projects such as the Poll Tracker and quarterly FEC donor reports
- Report to National Journal’s managing editor
Requirements
What you’ll need- Passion for journalism and commitment to independent, nonpartisan reporting and writing
- Working knowledge of American politics and hunger to learn more
- Thorough attention to detail and ability to file on tight deadlines
- Ability to multitask with little to no supervision
- Strong work ethic and motivation to succeed
- Quick and accurate writing skills
- Creative thinking and resourcefulness in problem-solving
- Prodigious work ethic and spirit of generosity
- Cover letter, resume, and writing sample required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Paid compensation of $20/hour
- Part-time internship schedule of 20 hours per week
- Hybrid work schedule