The Dispatch
Fall 2025 Internship
The Dispatch is pleased to offer its fall internship program and is seeking one intern for a 10-week, full-time opportunity based in our Washington, D.C., office. A $3,000 stipend will be provided, unless the intern is receiving funding from their college or university or from another source, such as a foundation or fellowship. This is a hands-on internship that will provide invaluable experience for an aspiring journalist who wants to participate in the editorial process of a thriving media business. The intern will work closely with The Dispatch's staff writers and editors to contribute to our website and newsletters. We anticipate the program would begin Sept. 15, 2025, and conclude November 12, 2025. Responsibilities
Contribute to standalone articles for The Dispatch website, explainers, newsletters such as The Morning Dispatch, and fact checks. Assist in writing, editing, fact-checking, and producing Dispatch articles and newsletters. May assist in social media and audio/video production. Interview key persons (witnesses, sources, etc.) to obtain pertinent information for reporting and explainers. Establish contacts and sources for use in future research. Produce one long-term reported project over the course of the 10-week internship, to be turned in before the internship's completion. Keep abreast of news developments by studying papers, attending events, etc. Transcription of interviews and other duties that support the work of the editorial team. Skills and Qualifications
Current enrollment in a related undergraduate or master's degree. Those graduating in 2025 are eligible. Desire to pursue a career in journalism. Ability to follow strict deadlines and take direction, correction, and constructive feedback professionally. Familiarity with American politics, media, conservatism/classical liberalism. Proficiency with the news media ecosystem and active knowledge of today's big stories. Computer proficiency (MS Office, Google, web search, databases). Excellent communication and critical thinking skills. We're committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We're proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
The Dispatch is pleased to offer its fall internship program and is seeking one intern for a 10-week, full-time opportunity based in our Washington, D.C., office. A $3,000 stipend will be provided, unless the intern is receiving funding from their college or university or from another source, such as a foundation or fellowship. This is a hands-on internship that will provide invaluable experience for an aspiring journalist who wants to participate in the editorial process of a thriving media business. The intern will work closely with The Dispatch's staff writers and editors to contribute to our website and newsletters. We anticipate the program would begin Sept. 15, 2025, and conclude November 12, 2025. Responsibilities
Contribute to standalone articles for The Dispatch website, explainers, newsletters such as The Morning Dispatch, and fact checks. Assist in writing, editing, fact-checking, and producing Dispatch articles and newsletters. May assist in social media and audio/video production. Interview key persons (witnesses, sources, etc.) to obtain pertinent information for reporting and explainers. Establish contacts and sources for use in future research. Produce one long-term reported project over the course of the 10-week internship, to be turned in before the internship's completion. Keep abreast of news developments by studying papers, attending events, etc. Transcription of interviews and other duties that support the work of the editorial team. Skills and Qualifications
Current enrollment in a related undergraduate or master's degree. Those graduating in 2025 are eligible. Desire to pursue a career in journalism. Ability to follow strict deadlines and take direction, correction, and constructive feedback professionally. Familiarity with American politics, media, conservatism/classical liberalism. Proficiency with the news media ecosystem and active knowledge of today's big stories. Computer proficiency (MS Office, Google, web search, databases). Excellent communication and critical thinking skills. We're committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We're proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.