Job Description:

Remote (35)
Full time
Posted Yesterday
JR283

Position Summary
Audubon magazine, the editorially independent publication of the National Audubon Society, uses explanatory and advocacy journalism, as well as stunning original photography, to inform its readers about the natural world, inspire them to care passionately about that world, and motivate them to take action on its behalf. Audubon’s editorial intern contributes meaningfully to that effort via both the print publication and website.

Ideal candidates will have strong writing and communication skills as well as an interest in covering topics ranging from science and conservation news to climate change and environmental justice. A basic level of comfort with science is a must, but the heart of this seasonal internship is reporting, pitching, researching, and writing. Strong candidates will have experience with those journalistic practices. At the end of the experience, the intern should walk away with solid clips as well as an in-depth understanding of what it's like to work as an editor at a major publication.

To apply, please upload a one-page cover letter, one-page resume, and links to three to five writing clips. Links can be included on the one-page cover letter. Please upload PDFs.

National Audubon Society is dedicated to building a culturally diverse organization and strongly encourages applications from people of color and LGBTQI+ individuals.

The position is a remote position with the opportunity for any intern living in New York City to work in our Manhattan office.

Compensation:

$20.00 / hour

Essential Functions
Intern Responsibilities and Learning Objectives

Attend and participate in weekly editorial meetings.

Working with editors to pitch and revise their stories.

Collaborate with the art department to see stories through layout and production.

Other duties as needed and assigned.

Internship Benefits
Interns will gain experience and knowledge in the following:

An in-depth understanding of what it's like to work as an editor at a major publication.

Developing familiarity with reporting, pitching, researching, and writing.

Intern Schedule
The paid internship is up to 35 hours per week and lasts 14-16 weeks, running from the beginning of June through the end of August (start and end dates are flexible). This is a remote-work position.

Projected Start Date
June 3, 2024, and projected end date is August 30, 2024
Qualifications and Experience

College-level courses in journalism or science with an emphasis on journalism.

Ability to report and write stories for science-based publications.

Experience honing story ideas and promoting content through social media.

An avid interest in science, wildlife, and environmental issues, including how they affect birds and people.

Experience with multimedia and content management systems a plus.

EEO Statement

The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). 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 are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.

Accessibility Statement

The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

Audubon’s state programs, nature centers, chapters, and partners have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action.

Since 1905, Audubon’s vision has been a world in which people and wildlife thrive. Audubon is a nonprofit conservation organization.

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