Summary:
Calling all digital news enthusiasts! Deseret News is seeking a passionate and curious intern to join their trending digital news team for the Spring/Summer 2024 semester. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in writing engaging content for a large online audience while diving into the world of trending news.
Qualifications:
- Strong writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, conciseness, and accuracy.
- Keen interest in current events, pop culture, and social media trends.
- Ability to research effectively and gather information from various sources.
- Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) is a plus.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities:
- Write short news pieces, articles, and roundups on trending and cultural topics.
- Create engaging content for Deseret News’ digital platforms.
- Conduct research and fact-checking to ensure content accuracy.
- Participate in editorial brainstorming sessions.
- Assist with social media promotion of content (may vary).
Benefits:
- Gain valuable experience in the fast-paced world of online journalism.
- Develop your writing and research skills under the mentorship of experienced editors.
- Learn the ins and outs of content creation for a major news organization.
- Build your portfolio with published articles.
- Get paid (Deseret News interns typically earn $14.00 per hour).
Location:
The internship will likely be located at the Deseret News headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah. However, the specific location details are not explicitly mentioned in publicly available information. You can contact Deseret News directly for clarification on the internship location.