Fall 2026 Internships
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Updated 6/2/2026
FOX Corporation — Corporate Communications Internship: FOX Corporation offers a paid, on-site internship program in Los Angeles for college students interested in media, communications, and corporate operations. Interns are placed in departments such as Corporate Communications, Employee Engagement, and Graphic Design. Interns work 16–24 hours per week from September 14 to November 20, 2026, while participating in professional development workshops, master classes, and networking opportunities across the company. The application deadline is Sunday, July 5. Learn more and apply through the .
FOX News Media — Fall 2026 Journalism Internship: FOX News offers a paid, on-site internship in Los Angeles for college students interested in journalism, news production, and broadcast operations. Interns may be placed with teams such as FOX News @ Night, where they gain hands-on experience supporting newsroom and production workflows while working alongside industry professionals. Interns work 16–24 hours per week from September 14 through November 20, 2026, while participating in professional development and networking opportunities across FOX. Applicants must be able to work on-site in Los Angeles and demonstrate knowledge of current events and the news industry. The application deadline is Sunday, July 5. Learn more and apply through the .
FOX Sports — Fall 2026 Internship Program: FOX Sports offers a paid, on-site internship for college students interested in sports media. Interns are placed in departments such as Communications, Media Relations, Marketing, Production, Original Programming, Interactive Media, and FOX Deportes. Interns work 16–24 hours per week from September 14 through November 20, 2026, while participating in professional development programming and networking opportunities across FOX Sports. Applicants must have access to transportation and be able to work on-site in Los Angeles. The application deadline is Sunday, July 5. Learn more and apply through the .
The Progressive — Editorial & Digital Media Internships: is offering fall 2026 editorial and digital media internships that provide experience in progressive journalism, digital storytelling, and magazine production, with remote options available. Editorial interns assist with editing, fact checking, research, story writing, content planning, and social media production for The Progressive magazine, website, and related public education initiatives. Digital media interns focus on social media management, graphic design, video, infographics, audience engagement, and original multimedia content creation. Interns collaborate closely with editors, writers, and the art director while participating in editorial meetings and contributing to both print and digital publishing projects. Interns work an average of 10 hours per week and may earn academic credit as well as a stipend. To apply, send cover letter and resumé—including links to or samples of work—as a single PDF document. Editorial and digital media intern applicants should include 2-3 samples of work. Please title it following this naming convention: Last name, First name - Name of Internship _Semester-Year. Email it to: info@progressive.org. Please do not use artificial intelligence (AI) in your cover letter.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts — Marketing & Communications: Segerstrom Center for the Arts is offering paid fall 2026 internships, including in Marketing & Communications. Interns will gain hands-on professional experience supporting areas such as public relations, graphic design, creative content, and analytics within a major performing arts institution. Applicants must submit a professional resume and a one-page personal statement explaining their interest in the internship and how it supports their professional goals by July 31, 2026. Apply through .
Writers Guild Foundation — Community Programs Intern: The Writers Guild Foundation is offering a paid, part-time internship for college students interested in nonprofit programming, entertainment, and equity initiatives. Working closely with the director of community programs, interns will help promote diversity-focused writer development programs through marketing campaigns, video editing, research, survey analysis, and event planning. The position runs from September 2026 through January 2027 and requires 16–24 hours per week in person at the Los Angeles office. The application deadline is Monday, June 22, at 11:59 p.m. To apply, complete .
Attorney at Law Magazine — News Intern: Attorney at Law Magazine offers a remote news internships for students interested in legal journalism and professional writing. Interns will complete assignments remotely on flexible schedules and can expect to write approximately 3–5 articles per week covering legal news topics. Selected interns may also have opportunities to research and draft longer-form feature stories involving interviews with sources under the guidance of editors. Ideal candidates are strong researchers and writers with an interest in journalism, law, or legal communications. Applicants must complete a sample assignment to demonstrate their writing and research skills as part of the selection process. To apply, complete the form that appears at the bottom of the Attorney at Law Magazine .
Brilliant Agency — Public Relations Intern: Brilliant Agency is offering a remote public relations internship requiring approximately 15 hours per week to support its award-winning team specializing in family-oriented consumer brands. Interns will assist with media and influencer research, coverage reporting, campaign brainstorming, drafting press materials, influencer outreach, and event-related research while learning how PR agencies manage client accounts and communications strategies. This role provides hands-on experience in media relations, influencer marketing, social media strategy, and agency operations within a collaborative remote environment. Interns must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and be available during standard business hours. Selected interns also receive a monthly reimbursement for personal technology and internet expenses. To apply, complete the on Brilliant Agency’s website.
Brink Literacy Project — Publishing Internship Program: Brink Literacy Project is offering a remote, 15-week publishing internship designed to introduce underrepresented and diverse voices to the publishing industry through hands-on editorial and marketing experience. Interns work approximately 9–15 hours per week and receive a $300 stipend while gaining training in editing, literary publishing, outreach, production, and marketing. Responsibilities include reviewing submissions, editing pieces for publication in F(r)iction, conducting author outreach, writing reviews and editorial content, assisting with social media and marketing efforts, and learning magazine production workflows using tools such as InDesign. For fall, apply July 1, 2026, through .
Dissent magazine — Editorial Intern: is offering a paid editorial internship for approximately 16 hours per week. Ideal candidates are strong writers eager to contribute to a collaborative editorial environment. The internship pays $20 per hour. Dissent editors prefer applicants who can work in-person in Manhattan but will consider exceptional remote applicants. To apply, email intern@dissentmagazine.org with a cover letter explaining why you would like to work at the magazine and why you would be a good fit, a résumé, and a one-page response to a Dissent article (online or in print) of your choice. Applications are due by Aug. 1.
In These Times — Editorial Internship: is offering a paid editorial internship providing experience in progressive journalism and magazine production. Interns work approximately four days per week during regular Central Time business hours and receive a monthly stipend of $1,728 while gaining experience in fact checking, article pitching, research, proofreading, web publishing, and collaborative editorial workflows. Each intern is paired with an editor mentor and is expected to publish at least one bylined article by the end of the internship. Ideal candidates are detail oriented and have strong writing skills and a demonstrated interest in progressive politics, independent media, and social justice issues. To apply, email a cover letter, résumé, and one writing sample to internship@​inthesetimes.​com, with the subject line EDITORIAL INTERNSHIP APPLICATION. Send all application materials in a single PDF file by July 15, 2026.
Ms. Magazine — Editorial Intern: Ms. Magazine is offering paid editorial internships interested in feminist journalism, digital media, and social justice reporting. Interns work between 5–30 hours per week during academic semesters. They assist with writing, editing, fact checking, social media production, research, and digital content creation for . Ideal candidates are strong writers, avid news consumers, and students passionate about feminist issues, racial justice, LGBTQ equality, and gender equity. The internship is remote-friendly, though interns may join staff in person at the Los Angeles office when possible. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to internships@msmagazine.com. Include up to three writing samples, either as links or attachments.
YourTango — Editorial Intern: is offering a remote four-month Editorial Internship, providing a $375 monthly learning stipend for a total of $1,500. Interns will work approximately 20 hours per week alongside the editorial team, pitching article ideas, writing and editing content, publishing stories through a content management system, sourcing visuals, and learning SEO best practices. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate well through digital platforms, and are passionate about online media and storytelling. Interns also receive mentorship, regular feedback, and networking opportunities with experienced editorial professionals. To apply, send your resume and portfolio to recruitment@yourtango.com with the subject line: "Editorial Internship" and complete .
NBC 4 & Telemundo 52 — News Intern: NBC 4 & Telemundo 52 are offering a paid academic year news internship based in Universal City, running from September 21, 2026 to April 23. Interns will contribute to real newsroom projects across NBC 4 and Telemundo 52, gaining hands-on experience in journalism, content production, and broadcast operations while working alongside industry professionals. The program provides professional development, networking opportunities, and exposure to a fast-paced, bilingual news environment. Additional benefits include paid time off, mental health resources, a Peacock subscription, and complimentary Universal Parks admission. Ideal candidates are motivated students interested in broadcast journalism who can balance academic schedules with part-time newsroom work. Applications close May 8. Apply through the .
NBCUniversal — NBC News Bureau Intern: NBCUniversal is offering a paid academic year internship based in Universal City, running from September 2026 to April 2027. Interns will work on real newsroom projects within NBC News, gaining hands-on experience in journalism, content production, and media operations while collaborating with industry professionals. The program provides professional development, networking opportunities, and exposure to a fast-paced news environment. Additional benefits include paid time off, mental health resources, a Peacock subscription, and complimentary Universal Parks admission. Ideal candidates are driven students who can balance coursework with a part-time internship schedule. Applicants must apply by May 8 and be available for the full academic year program. Apply through .
Orange County Soccer Club — Public Relations & Promotions Intern: Orange County Soccer Club is offering an unpaid, for-credit internship with its Public Relations and Promotions Team. Interns will support brand awareness efforts by engaging fans at community events, assisting with event planning and execution, and contributing to game day operations at Championship Soccer Stadium. Responsibilities include researching event opportunities, writing event plans and recaps, assisting with stadium setup and teardown, and developing fan engagement ideas. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, organized students with strong communication skills who can work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Apply through .
Southern California Association of Governments — Media and Public Affairs Intern: SCAG is offering a paid, hybrid internship beginning July 2026, requiring 15–29 hours per week, with at least one in-office day per week. Interns will support the Media and Public Affairs Department by developing newsletter content, managing contact databases, assisting with social media campaigns, and supporting event planning and communications reporting. Responsibilities also include conducting research, preparing reports and presentations, and assisting with outreach efforts and internal communications. Ideal candidates have strong writing, research, and organizational skills. Deadline to apply: May 11, 2026. Apply through .
Television Academy Foundation — Public Relations/Publicity Intern: The Television Academy Foundation is offering a paid, part-time internship, running from early September through late November 2026. Interns will be placed with PR firms or entertainment companies to gain hands-on experience in public relations, including drafting press releases, researching media opportunities, contacting press, and attending meetings and events. Internship formats may be in-person, hybrid, or remote depending on placement. Ideal candidates are students with coursework in PR, journalism, or communications who have strong writing skills and an interest in careers in publicity or media. Learn more and apply through the .