2026 Grant Funded Ida B Wells Summer Internship Program

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2026 Ida B Wells Summer Internship Program

USA TODAY is seeking a Summer Intern to participate in this Internship Program.

This paid internship program gives college students an exciting opportunity to produce high-quality journalism alongside some of the world's most talented reporters, editors, photographers and videographers.

We’re seeking candidates who are looking for a professional-level experience and have the initiative, skills and judgment to excel at it.

You should have the ability to work independently and collaboratively across the teams. Critical thinking and analytical skills will be encouraged and sharpened.

Interns are assigned to work for nation, opinion, entertainment, politics, audience, visuals, graphics, or consumer news teams.

Our interns edit copy, pitch story ideas, report, create videos, create graphics, create photographs and write articles, scripts, photo captions and social media language. In return, interns are assigned a mentor and attend weekly training sessions during this paid 10-week internship program.

This is a remote internship that can be based in all states except Alaska, Hawaii and Wyoming.

Job Level: Intern

Hourly Rate: $18.00 per hour

Requirements:

• Interns must be students or demonstrate they were enrolled in a high school, college, or university at least three years prior to beginning the internship program.
• Previous internship experience, freelance work or student newspaper experience is strongly preferred.
• Journalism majors are welcome, but so are other areas of expertise and training.
• A high school or college degree is not required.
• Language skills beyond English is a plus.
• Candidates with professional, full-time journalism experience are excluded from USA TODAY's internship programs, which are intended to provide opportunities for emerging journalists.
• Command of AP writing, spelling, grammar, and style.
• Solid fact checking and reporting skills.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented and flexible.
• Open to new ideas, new experiences and learning on the job.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Technical skills (will vary depending on the assignment).
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively inside and outside the organization.
• These positions require a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.

Application Instructions

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

1. Your resume – one page that demonstrates clean copy and previous work experience.
2. A cover letter that that explains why you are interested in the internship program, how your previous experience makes you a strong candidate and which departments are best suited to your interests.
3. Links to 4 online work samples such as videos, photographs, or articles. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.