Journalist/Copywriter Intern

Position Details:

The Journalist/Copywriter intern will be involved in developing, writing, and editing biographical profiles for a number of formerly incarcerated people. The intern will write copy, and edit these profiles. The Journalist/Copywriter intern will have strong skills in writing, editing, content creation, and nuanced storytelling, as well as the ability to collaborate with a small team of dedicated interns and staff. Journalism/English (+related) majors highly preferred.

Responsibilities and Expected Outcomes:

• Work closely with WITNESS staff and interns to develop compelling biographical narratives for FIP featured in Witness’ MAP that center these individuals’ voices, narratives, and experiences
• Provide writing and editing support for work related to this project.
• Generate e-newsletter and social media content.

Qualifications, Credentials and Technical Skills required:

• Education or experience in journalism or writing; previous internship experience considered a plus.
• Strong copyediting, research, and writing skills.
• Know-how to produce communications in multiple formats, including digital, print and broadcast.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail required.
• Strong organization skills. Ability to effectively manage course load, extra-curricular and internship responsibilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to ask questions when in need of direction or clarification.
• Creativity and passion for philanthropic communications and non-profit marketing. Desire to continue learning and growing.

Internships are available in the fall, winter, spring, and summer semesters.

Because this is an unpaid internship, Witness to Mass Incarceration is happy to provide recommendations or references for all interns. In terms of internship credit, some educational institutions require prior approval before the start of an internship. It is the responsibility of the student to check with their institution to be sure they meet any requirements before they accept a position.

About Witness
Witness to Mass Incarceration (WITNESS)’s work is guided by the belief that the pathway to freedom, safety, and success in reducing recidivism for formerly incarcerated people (FIP) is to create social enterprise solutions and foster a movement for economic empowerment that will build generational wealth for FIP. We are committed to long-term, permanent, and transformational solutions to improve the quality of life for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people.