Mother Jones has a very active intern program that stresses clear, effective graphic communication. There are two interns in the art department, with different emphases, so that each receives a high level of personal attention and responsibility. Our goal is to expand the scope of expertise and responsibility managed over the course of the program, typically 9 to 12 months. Interns and fellows have gone on to positions at Salon, the Los Angeles Times, California Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine, and other periodicals. After four months, interns are reviewed for the Mother Jones fellowship program.
Hours are flexible.
To apply for the Art Department Internship, please send a resume and a critique of a recent issue. In your critique, please emphasize what you think succeeds in communicating stories to readers and what you think falls short. Comment upon design and production details that could be improved, and how. In addition, send at least 3 samples of your design work, if possible. Printed pieces are preferred, but unpublished school projects are also acceptable.