Reporting Intern
The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is looking for an ambitious Reporting Intern to join our award-winning Editorial team and work firsthand to develop dynamic and creative solutions for various projects and forms. This role will be a great entry into supporting the Editorial team and the organization’s mission and values.
Primary Job Functions:
- Collaborate with and support the Editorial team in the drafting of internal and external written content
- Report and write a variety of content for internal and external organizational projects for the website and printed materials
· Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Ability to write clearly and succinctly
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft suite (Word, Teams, PowerPoint)
- A natural sense of curiosity
- Knowledge of Associated Press style is a plus
Education:
- Enrolled in a 4-year journalism, English literature or public relations program
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- An understanding of short- and long-form writing (250-word briefs to 2,500-word features)
- Strong typography skills
- Commitment to accuracy
- Commitment and passion for social justice issues
- Commitment to the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI)
- Commitment to fostering an anti-racist work culture and to anti-racist principles and learning
Additional Information:
Students are supervised by our Montgomery, AL staff. Interns are compensated by the Center. The Center pays a base of $644 weekly ($16.10 per hour x 40 hours per week), with opportunities for additional compensation through supervisory approved overtime.
This internship is expected to begin June 5, 2023, and a minimum commitment of eight weeks is expected.
To Apply:
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and an unofficial transcript. Applications must be received by Friday, March 3, 2023, at 5:00 pm CST.
Other Special Considerations:
This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions.
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally of race, gender, gender identity, color, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, political affiliation, national origin, or prior record of arrest or conviction.