Posted On: March 6, 2018

Fellowship

Media Organization: The Intercept

Company Description

The Intercept, a publication of First Look Media, was launched in 2014 to provide an outlet for fearless, adversarial journalism. Our reporters have the editorial freedom to hold powerful institutions accountable, digging beneath the official lines to bring audiences the hidden truth. The Intercept’s award-winning coverage focuses on national security, politics, civil liberties, the environment, technology, criminal justice, media, and more. Regular contributors include co-founding editors Glenn Greenwald and Jeremy Scahill.

Job Description

The Intercept is looking for an engagement fellow dedicated to growing and deepening our relationship with our audience. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate who is passionate about the topics we cover and excited about experimenting on different platforms. The fellow will help implement digital strategies with the goals of impact, empowerment, and advocacy. We’re looking for someone who comes in with ideas about engaging with our readers and promoting our journalism ― without resorting to clickbait.

Responsibilities:

Work on the day-to-day promotion of The Intercept’s journalism on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, and other networks
Collaborate on creating visuals and videos optimized for various platforms
Moderate website comments
Brainstorm strategies for building our presence on emerging social and mobile platforms
Work with the editorial, membership, product, and other teams to maximize the impact of The Intercept’s journalism
Qualifications:

Established presence on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and at least one other social network
Detail-oriented, with impeccable grammar and a working knowledge of AP Style
Strong news judgment and a commitment to the highest standards of journalism
Extremely organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
Commitment to The Intercept’s journalistic mission

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer ― people of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBT candidates are strongly encouraged to apply; we are committed to a diverse workplace, and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities.

To Apply

To apply, submit a résumé and a cover letter. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you’re applying for the summer, fall, or both.

Summer: Application deadline is April 15; internship begins in June.

Fall: Application deadline is April 15; internship begins in September.