Internships
Overview
IPJ student Nick Ballasy with CNN Anchor Wolf Blitzer
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For approximately thirty-five hours a week, students intern with a
Washington media organization. Internship sites include print and broadcast
media outlets, news services, internet publications and PR firms. The IPJ staff will match
students with an internship that best meets their interests and level
of skill. A Student may arrange his or her own internship if it meets the requirements
of the Institute.
The internships provide students with a first-hand look
at the world of Washington journalism. Students who plan on seeking
a broadcast journalism internship are encouraged to apply early,
as these internships are very competitive and often need to be secured by January.
Intern responsibilities vary, but often include:
- Covering congressional hearings
- Drafting articles for publication
- Editing and producing news stories
- Researching
- Writing press releases
- Assisting with media relations
- General administrative office work
"Highlights of my internship have included numerous articles published in USA Today, The Washington Post, various religious publications, and even my local paper, San Diego Union-Tribune.”
Ashly McGlone
Point Loma University
Intern, Religion News Service
Below is a sample weekly internship schedule:
Monday - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday - 9:00am -5:00pm
Wednesday - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday - 9:00am -5:00pm
Friday - 1:00pm - 5:00pm
For more information regarding hosting a TFAS intern,
please click here.
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