Internship Opportunities
Media Matters for America is a web-based, not-for-profit progressive research and information center dedicated to comprehensively monitoring, analyzing, and correcting conservative misinformation in the media -- every day, in real time.
We are looking for paid interns to work in our Washington, D.C. office who believe in progressive causes. Both full and part-time internships are available for the fall, spring, and summer terms. We are currently recruiting candidates to perform the functions in the following departments:
Communications
Assisting with monitoring press coverage
Drafting news releases
Compiling press clips
Conducting online research
Assisting with pitching media and managing events
Assisting with administrative functions as needed
Research
Monitoring radio, television, Internet, and radio outlets
Assisting with transcription
Writing items/clips as needed
Assisting with research
Editorial
Conducting fact-checking of Media Matters items
Editing transcripts for spelling, factual accuracy, punctuation, style and adherence to video feed
Updating and maintaining web-based item scoreboard
Writing material for posting on Media Matters website
Assisting with administrative functions as needed
Special Projects
Assisting with media monitoring
Document-based research using Nexis and Internet
Data input and research analysis
Assisting with writing and editing of reports
Public Affairs
Compiling news clips on political/media related topics
Maintaining database of information on political campaigns
Updating calendar that tracks political candidates
Assisting with briefings as needed
Assisting with administrative functions/special assignments as needed
Expected Outcomes of Internships
Hands-on training working directly with Media Matters staff
Gain hands-on experience and awareness of media bias and criticism
Understanding of conservative misinformation
Enhance skills in the use of research tools and resources
Having fun and gaining valuable experience working with a leading progressive, non-profit research and information center
Internship Qualifications
Completion of at least sophomore year in college
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Expressed interest in current political issues as well as media criticism
Prior communications, campaign, and Internet-based research experience highly desirable
Commitment to the organizational mission and ideology of Media Matters for America
How to Apply
First visit our website, www.mediamatters.org.
Submit a resumé, a cover letter explaining why you want to work at Media Matters, and a writing sample (preferably on the subject of politics and/or the media)
On a separate page, list your department preference, the semester for which you're applying, and the total number of hours per week that you are available (if not full-time, please specify available days and hours).
Send the above application materials to: internships@mediamatters.org
Media Matters for America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
