Reporting Intern

Job Description

Strengthening and empowering all of the communities we serve.

The Staten Island Advance/SILive.com is seeking energetic, enthusiastic students or recent graduates who have completed college-level journalism coursework to spend a semester working alongside our journalists as part of our paid Internship Program.

This hands-on opportunity gives aspiring journalists real-world experience reporting and creating digital content in a fast-paced local newsroom.

The pay rate is $17 per hour. Interns work 16 hours per week, preferably split into two eight-hour shifts. Depending on newsroom needs, weekend shifts may also be available at certain times.

Interns may pursue real-time reporting in the field, learn the systems and digital tools used by media professionals and serve Staten Island as part of our community news team. Areas of focus may include reporting, writing, photography, social media, videography and/or assisting with podcasting.

What we're looking for

Candidates should:

• Have completed college-level journalism coursework and have a working knowledge of AP style.

• Have strong written and verbal communication skills and be a self-starter.

• Be comfortable taking photos and shooting short-form video for social media and other digital platforms, including while reporting in the field.

• Be comfortable using artificial intelligence tools to streamline appropriate tasks and newsroom workflows while following newsroom standards and editorial guidance.

• Be able to work in a fast-paced newsroom and pivot quickly when breaking news or other assignments arise.

• Have reliable transportation and be able to travel throughout Staten Island, getting to assignments in a timely manner when needed.

Interested candidates should complete an application, and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional Information

Advance Local Media offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package with affordable options for your healthcare including medical, dental and vision plans, mental health support options, flexible spending accounts, fertility assistance, a competitive 401(k) plan to help plan for your future, generous paid time off, paid parental and caregiver leave and an employee assistance program to support your work/life balance, optional legal assistance, life insurance options, as well as flexible holidays to honor cultural diversity.

Staten Island Media Group, which includes the Staten Island Advance and silive.com, is a part of Advance Local Media, one of the largest media groups in the United States, which operates the leading news and information companies in more than 20 cities, reaching 52+ million people monthly with our quality, real-time journalism and community engagement. Our company is built upon the values of Integrity, Customer-first, Inclusiveness, Collaboration and Forward-looking. For more information about Advance Local, please visit www.advancelocal.com .

The Staten Island Media Group offers a comprehensive suite of print and digital advertising solutions to generate more leads, build your brand awareness and ultimately grow your business. As the largest, most trusted news source of relevant news and information on Staten Island, we make it easy to reach the customers your business needs to grow.

Advance Local Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Advance Local Media does not provide sponsorship for work visas or employment authorization in the United States. Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered for this position.