However, because interns are generally expected to be full partners in our newsroom operation, we give preference to students who have had previous internships or have worked regularly for their college newspaper. Students who are chosen for an internship will be assigned to one of our newsroom teams, where they will work closely with a mentor and an editor. The program is highly competitive. More than 100 students normally apply for internships each year. We try to make our selections as soon after our Feb. 1 deadline as possible, but no later than March 1.
Some interns work at more than one regional paper.
Internships are open to underclassmen and graduates. We prefer students who have worked for their college paper. Daily candidates generally need a prior internship. We also hire sports, photo, and ad sales interns occasionally. Interns will do the same work as other regular employees, sometimes filling in for vacationing staff.