NABJ is dedicated to expanding job opportunities for African American journalists and students, and improving the media s coverage of the African American community and experience. NABJ provides internships to African American journalism students. NABJ s paid summer internships give students hands-on reporting, editing, shooting and design experience in professional settings. Because most journalism employers will not give permanent jobs to graduating students lacking prior internship experience, it is essential that aspiring student journalists obtain internships in journalism. First-time print interns and those with minimal experience are required to attend the NABJ Intern Boot Camp.
Internships are contingent upon successful completion of the boot camp.
NABJ provides transportation, housing and meals for Boot Camp participants. Print and on-line applicants must submit a minimum of six samples of published work focusing on reporting or graphic design. Print photographers must submit six mounted samples of published work. Broadcast interns are required to attend the NABJ Broadcast Short Course. Tape should be no longer than 10 minutes.