Reporting Intern

The Role: As a Reporting Intern, you'll gain hands-on newsroom experience by reporting stories that matter to Utah communities while learning the fundamentals of professional news production. This is a 10-12 week paid internship with some flexibility depending on an applicant's school schedule. Our interns fill a variety of roles in the newsroom and your assignment may include night or weekend work. The position is hourly and non-benefitted. The position can be structured as full-time, or we're happy to accommodate a 20-30 hour-per-week schedule if that works better with you academic commitments. We provide evaluations and assessments of interns' performance should they be required for school credit.

What You’ll Do: Pitch, report, and write stories for sltrib.com and print editions Assist with breaking news coverage and quick-turn stories Conduct interviews, gather documents, and perform basic research Collaborate with editors to revise and strengthen stories Contribute ideas during team meetings and participate in newsroom discussions Follow ethical journalism standards and The Tribune's reporting guidelines

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay of $20.00 an hour Flexible hours Hybrid work options Mileage reimbursement when applicable

Why Join Us: This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to learn from experienced journalists, build a strong portfolio, and make meaningful contributions to news coverage in Utah. Your work will directly support The Tribune's mission to serve Utahns for the next 150 years. The Salt Lake Tribune is an inclusive employer. We're committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve, and we strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

What We're Looking For: Basic understanding of news standards and ethics, including balance in journalism and impartiality in reporting Strong writing and communication skills, including clear writing and an understanding of the elements of storytelling Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Experience reporting for a college newsroom or local publication Participation in a college journalism program is preferred, but not required - we are looking for those wishing to pursue a career in journalism