Editorial Intern, Audubon Magazine

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.

We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply and are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace.

This is a remote position.

Compensation:

Salary range based on geo-differentials:

• $16.00 - $17.00 / hour = National

• $17.50 - $18.50 / hour = Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY

• $19.00 - $20.00 / hour = NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions

Intern Responsibilities and Learning Objectives

During the internship, you will work on:

• Pitch and write articles for online and print platforms, working on both short- and long-range deadlines with multiple staff editors.

• Assist with research, story development, and fact checking.

• Attend and participate in weekly editorial meetings.

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

• Maintain and foster a culture of safety.

• 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 end of May through the end of August (start and end dates are flexible). This is a remote-work position.

Projected Start Date
May 19, 2025, and projected end date is August 22, 2025

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.

• Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.

• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.

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

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