ABC News, This Week - DC Bureau Intern, Fall 2024

Washington, DC, USA
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Job Description

Job Summary:

About the Role & Program

“This Week with George Stephanopoulos” is ABC News flagship public affairs program featuring newsmaker interviews, political analysis, and debates on a wide range of issues!

Each week's show includes interviews with top newsmakers (including some of the nation's top political leaders) as well as a roundtable discussion, usually featuring journalists from ABC and other news organizations, of the week's happenings.

What You Will Do

As an intern with "This Week," you play a vital role within the editorial team! Your responsibilities may encompass:

  • Generating and communicating ideas in editorial pitch meetings

  • Conducting background research for headline interviews and roundtable segments

  • Transcribing prerecorded interviews

  • Assisting in the production of the live show on Sunday mornings, including guest greeting

  • Publishing digital stories summarizing headline interviews post-show

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • A genuine curiosity about politics and journalism

  • A proven foundation of knowledge in politics and current events, both domestically and internationally

  • Previous experience, whether academic or through internships, in broadcasting, reporting, or writing news content

  • Discerning editorial judgment

  • Proficient writing and editing skills

  • Effective research abilities

  • Meticulous attention to detail

  • Majors in Journalism or Political Science

Preferred Qualifications

  • Showcased passion for journalism, whether in print, broadcast, or through academic coursework and past internships

  • Academic or internship experience in editing for publications

  • Shown curiosity about political discourse or political studies, supported by academic coursework or internship involvement

Education

  • Currently enrolled or graduated within the past six months from an accredited college/university, earning a degree majoring in Journalism, Communications, Media Studies, Film/Television or a related field

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

  • Must be at least 18 years of age and possess unrestricted work authorization

  • Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.

  • Must be able to work on-site in Washington, DC and have reliable transportation to/from work

  • Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are August 2024 through January 2025. · Candidate must be available to work 32 hours/week (Thursday – Sunday) in Eastern Standard time for the duration of the internship- could be nights, weekends and possible overnights