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Wisconsin Watch · 21 hours ago

Reporting Intern

Madison, WI

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$15/hr - $15/hr

Wisconsin Watch is a nonprofit news organization dedicated to producing nonpartisan journalism that strengthens communities in Wisconsin. The Reporting Intern will support experienced reporters in conducting research, writing news stories, and participating in editorial meetings during their summer internship.

JournalismNewsNon Profit

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth research on assigned topics and contribute to story development

Assist reporters in gathering and verifying information

Write clear and concise fact briefs on questionable claims

Contribute to the writing and editing of news stories under the guidance of experienced journalists

Attend and participate in weekly editorial and state team meetings

Provide support for other reporting and research projects as needed

Qualification

Research skillsWriting skillsCommunication skillsGoogle Docs proficiencyInterest in journalismTeamwork abilityOrganizational skillsTime management skillsPublic service mindsetNonpartisan ethics commitment

Required

Strong research, writing, and communication skills

Proficiency in Google Docs, Sheets and Drive

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Interest in investigative journalism and a passion for storytelling

Strong organizational and time management skills

Company

Wisconsin Watch

Wisconsin Watch is a non-profit news outlet for investigative journalism, and nonpartisan.

Founded in 2009

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

11-50 employees

https://wisconsinwatch.org/

Funding

Current Stage

Early Stage

Total Funding

$2.2M

Key Investors

American Journalism Project

2024-04-01Grant· $0.8M

2021-07-30Grant· $1.4M

Leadership Team

Andy Hall

Retired Co-Founder

Richard E. Brown

Chief Growth & Innovation Officer

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