Hearst Newspapers · 1 day ago
SFGATE UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism Summer Intern, 2026
Hearst Newspapers is seeking two digital journalism interns for SFGATE, the leading media site on the west coast, for the summer of 2026. Interns will immerse themselves in digital media operations, assisting with content curation, story research, and audience engagement activities while learning valuable skills in journalism.
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Responsibilities
Assist with various curation and content-related tasks in all sections of the site
Story research
Article packaging
Social media responsibilities
Getting photos in the field
Attending press conferences and other duties as may be assigned
Learn content ideation and occasionally write stories, as needed and as a development opportunity
Qualification
Required
Must be a current student in UC Berkeley's Graduate School of Journalism
Interns will work 30 hours a week for 8.5 weeks, June-August 2026
Passion for journalism and the internet, including keeping a pulse on what's trending
Knowledge of the Bay Area
Ability to quickly grasp new concepts
Strong attention to detail
Familiarity with online publications
Experience at a school newspaper/magazine or similar publication
Enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn
Familiarity with social media, particularly Twitter, Instagram and Reddit
Company
Hearst Newspapers
Hearst Newspapers is the division in charge of Hearst's newspapers, local digital marketing service businesses, and directories.
Funding
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