Digital Reporter Intern

The Digital Reporter Intern contributes to ONCs mission of providing nonpartisan news opinions and policy solutions by completing essential tasks within ONCs Marketing department specifically on the Social Media team. This interns role will play a vital part in delivering timely news updates and topic breakdowns on our social media platforms. The intern will be responsible for effectively implementing AI in an ethical manner. Topics include those in the political news media and journalism arenas. The Reporter Digital Media intern will also conduct on-the-street interviews for our social media platforms. This intern will be an impartial representative of ONC fostering dialogue and informed discussions that can contribute to a deeper understanding of critical issues in todays society. This intern will work closely with the Social Media team lead the Director of Marketing the CEO and the COO while also working independently. The Reporter Digital Intern must be comfortable on camera including having their video content posted to our social media platforms and website.

This position is remote with work primarily conducted over Zoom and Slack so applicants must be comfortable coordinating in a remote environment and are expected to maintain a high level of communication. This intern must commit to at least the end of the Summer semester (August 31st 2025). However many people choose to extend their internship past the amount of time they initially committed to provided their performance meets the required standards.

Deliver timely news updates and breakdowns of topics tailored for social media platforms

Conduct on-the-street interviews with members of the public as well as college students to gather diverse perspectives and insights on current events and trending political topics

Collaborate with the social media team to create engaging video reels featuring on-the-street interviews and other relevant content

Collaborate with the CEO to research and evaluate innovative ethical applications of AI across organizational functions

Contribute to strategic brainstorming sessions on AI application in fundraising marketing social media and data analytics

Research AI tools to enhance content production and operational efficiency

Coordinate closely with the social media team lead to ensure alignment with content strategy and content calendar

Monitor audience feedback and engagement metrics to identify trends and opportunities for audience interaction and growth

Actively participate in coaching sessions and workshops to enhance reporting skills public speaking abilities and understanding of social media best practices

Qualifications :

This role would be good for those with or working towards a degree in Journalism Broadcast Journalism Communications Public Relations and / or related fields

Strong interest in broadcast journalism public speaking and digital media required

Excellent verbal communication skills and confidence in conducting on-the-street interviews in a public setting

Ability to distill complex topics into concise and engaging content for social media audiences

Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English) are required

Ability to conduct in-person interviews and work on their own schedule to meet deadlines

Google Workspace experience preferred

Ability to attend the weekly Organization-Wide meetings (mandatory)

Ability to attend weekly (Tuesday) Marketing Department meetings (mandatory)

Must be authorized to intern in the U.S.

Must include a one page cover letter with application submission

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Please include a link to your professional portfolio or a recent work sample. Thank you.

Remote Work : Yes

Employment Type : Intern

Key Skills

Photography,Video Packages,Conduct Interviews,Daily Newspaper,Press Releases,Social Media Sites,Twitter,SEO,Internet,Facebook,Instagram,accurate information,News Stories,Fill- In

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1