Jim Welch Newsroom Internship Program

The following describes the basic expectations of a general assignment reporting internship in the VTDigger newsroom. Some internships may require different or additional duties. Produce clear, concise stories — whether on breaking news or enterprise projects — that reflect all credible sides of an issue, generally at a pace of a few stories per week. Communicate clearly, respectfully and proactively with sources and colleagues, including editors, photographers and other reporters. Engage in an…

Candidates should demonstrate strong writing and reporting skills, the ability to work collaboratively in a newsroom environment, and a commitment to fair and accurate journalism.

The internship is open to individuals with relevant experience or education in journalism or a related field.