At Large Intern Editor

What is the position?
The intern editors will assist in editing, writing, and spreading news coverage about the US territories. They will assist our content writers and serve as journalists for the assigned topics, helping to guide our content in order to fulfill our mission. Intern editors will be assigned to one of the following areas: local affairs for each territory, federal affairs, economic affairs, court affairs, data and polling affairs, science and environmental affairs, design and innovation, and opinion.

What are the position’s duties?
-Monitor Trello and Slack every week
-Help report, research, and write articles, including features, analyses, and personality profiles, among others
-Contribute at least one (1) article every month
-Monitor events in designated areas for development of stories
-Oversee and edit the work of assigned writers throughout our teams
-Assist the editor in chief in the editorial operations, helping meet deadlines, assisting with copyediting, and web publishing
-Attend the monthly editorial meeting

Who are we looking for?
Pasquines is looking for those who wish to gain experience in the field of journalism, writing, politics, and policy. All majors accepted, but previous experience in editing and writing is a must. No high school students.

We prefer candidates that:
-Have knowledge of and comfort in writing about current events across different beats
-Have an entrepreneurial and independent streak, and the ability to stay motivated
-Have good news judgment
-Have concise and clever headline writing skills
-Have a demonstrated ability to bring analysis and sharp angles to daily news stories
-Have at least a basic understanding of the fast speed of web journalism and the importance of careful editing
-Have some knowledge of SEO and social media
-Have a strong interest or knowledge of the US territories
-Must be in college, no high school students

Who are we?
Pasquines is a nonprofit news organization, led and run by volunteers, dedicated to ending the insularity between the United States and its territories. Focusing on political, policy, economic, design, and innovation issues, we bring local issues to national attention and national affairs to local consideration. Our efforts are tenacious, innovative, and objective, to raise awareness by publishing the context of islands.

What are the benefits?
We aim to provide a rich learning environment to our interns. We focus on providing practical, essential skills to our team, that they can use as the launching pad for their careers. In the process, you will be helping us to promote uncovered stories about the neglected US territories and life in them. You will also be able to work entirely from home, gaining valuable experience that will help you in your career.

Where do I apply?
You must submit your application at: pasquines.us/join-us
Applications on other websites will not be considered.

What is the deadline?
ASAP; We accept interns on a rolling basis, and therefore there is no hard deadline.

Our commitment to diversity
We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We encourage applications from those whose identities reflect the diversity of our nation, those who have lived experience with racism or other forms of oppression, and those whose identities are traditionally underrepresented in journalism.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at context@pasquines.us.

Job Types: Part-time, Internship

Expected hours: No less than 15 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Remote