Editorial Internship

Location: Remote (must be located within the continental U.S.)
Duration: Temporary (Internship) - 4 months
Compensation: $375 learning stipend issued monthly (total of $1500) via EBT or Paypal

To Apply: (1) Email your resume and portfolio to recruitment@yourtango.com. Subject line should be "Editorial Internship". (2) Fill out this short questionnaire: https://forms.gle/GBZpYAz97LJ56Tmw6

YourTango is seeking a creative and driven Editorial Intern to work closely with our dynamic editorial team. This internship provides hands-on experience in the digital publishing industry, where interns gain the opportunity to pitch, write, and edit content for publication while building a professional portfolio.

This role is perfect for aspiring journalists, creative writers, and digital publishing enthusiasts looking to sharpen their skills in a supportive, remote work environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Pitch article ideas daily and participate in editorial pitch meetings.
  • Write a minimum of 8 articles per week.
  • Edit article submissions from other writers.
  • Build and publish articles in YourTango's content management system (training provided).
  • Source and edit images, memes, and graphics for articles.
  • Apply SEO techniques to articles (training provided).
  • Assist editors with editorial content from partner sites and other projects.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Has strong writing and editing skills, with a creative flair.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can meet strict deadlines.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills via Slack and email.
  • Able to work collaboratively and take constructive feedback.
  • Passionate about digital publishing and online media.

Requirements:

  • Access to a reliable computer and internet connection.
  • Availability to work a set schedule (20 hours/week) during weekdays and business hours.
  • Ability to communicate in real-time during shifts via Slack, email, and calls.

What You'll Learn & Gain:

  • Real-world experience working in digital publishing and online journalism at a major media platform.
  • The opportunity to build a robust portfolio of bylined articles published for a wide online audience.
  • Hands-on training in SEO best practices, content management systems (CMS), and other essential digital publishing tools.
  • Practical experience in pitching, researching, and editing articles within a professional editorial workflow.
  • One-on-one mentorship and feedback from experienced editors and media professionals.
  • Opportunities to network and build relationships within a dynamic editorial team.

Supervision & Feedback:

  • Interns receive regular feedback and guidance through weekly/monthly check-ins with their supervisor and relevant team members.
  • Supervisors are experienced professionals with educational backgrounds and expertise in their respective fields.
  • If required by the intern's school, supervisors can complete mid-semester or end-of-semester evaluations. (Evaluation requests must be made at the start of the internship.)
  • Interns work closely with experienced team members to develop, pitch, and publish work that may be included in their professional portfolio.
  • Interns also have opportunities to network and collaborate with team members across multiple departments during their time with YourTango.

Eligibility & Compensation:

  • Must reside in the continental U.S. during the internship.
  • This internship provides a monthly learning stipend of $375 to support the intern’s educational experience. The stipend is not an hourly wage or salary and is not tied to the number of hours worked.
  • At the end of each completed month, interns submit a brief invoice confirming their participation during that period. Once received and approved, the stipend is issued via electronic bank transfer or PayPal.
  • This internship is structured as a learning-focused opportunity and follows the guidelines established under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the standards set by the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division.
  • Interns may receive college credit for their internship.

How to Apply:

  1. Email your resume and portfolio to recruitment@yourtango.com with the subject line: "Editorial Internship"
  2. Complete this short questionnaire: https://forms.gle/GBZpYAz97LJ56Tmw6.

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