The Wall Street Journal · 9 hours ago
Intern, Sports
NYC - 1211 Ave of the Americas
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17/hr - $17/hr
Start in 2026 WinterThe New York Post provides comprehensive sports coverage and is seeking a passionate Sports Intern to join their team. The role involves writing and producing compelling stories for both digital and print platforms while covering live events and collaborating with experienced journalists.
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Responsibilities
Write, produce, and edit stories for both digital and print publications, initially with guidance from editors
Work under tight deadlines to produce timely and accurate stories on breaking news and major events
Cover live sports events such as MLB games, NBA and NHL practices, and press conferences
Uncover fresh stories and pitch them for publication, ensuring our coverage stays ahead of the curve
Collaborate with the sports video department to create daily content that complements our written articles
Assist in executing and optimizing the New York Post's social media strategy for sports coverage, keeping fans engaged and informed
Qualification
Required
Open to current juniors and seniors pursuing a BA, MA students, and recent graduates who completed their degree within the past year
Experience at a college newspaper or website, with a passion for sports writing
Deep knowledge of all sports, especially New York teams, and a strong interest in the city's sports culture
A proven track record of strong communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with the New York Post's writing style and a willingness to adapt to our fast-paced, dynamic newsroom
A desire to work hard, learn quickly, and gain hands-on experience in one of the most high-energy environments in sports journalism
Company
The Wall Street Journal
Winner of 40 Pulitzer Prizes for outstanding journalism, The Wall Street Journal includes coverage of U.S.
Founded in 2014
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.49M2015-03-31Angel· $0.49M
Leadership Team
Nitin Rakesh
Member, CEO Council
Oren Zaslansky
Member, CEO Council
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