Editorial Intern

Job Description

About the Company:
Northstar Travel Group is described as the largest and most trusted B2B (business-to-business) travel media and information company globally. Their mission is to generate insights and inspire change within the travel, meetings, and hospitality industries. They achieve this through thought-provoking content, impactful solutions, and engaging experiences designed for business leaders. The company’s philosophy emphasizes that travel connects people to new experiences, transforming understanding of humanity. TravelAge West is specifically highlighted as Northstar’s award-winning publication aimed at travel advisors.

About the Job:
This is for an Editorial Intern position with TravelAge West, Northstar’s publication for travel advisors.

• Job Title: Editorial Intern
• Publication/Department: TravelAge West (a Northstar Travel Group publication)
• Role Summary: The intern will join the TravelAge West team, focusing on travel and storytelling. The role offers the chance to have work published in print and online, learn from experienced journalists, and be part of a fast-paced, collaborative editorial environment. It involves assisting the editorial team with both print and digital projects, gaining hands-on experience in publishing, the travel industry, and professional content creation.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Pitching and writing original stories for TravelAge West magazine and TravelAgeWest.com.
• Assisting with fact-checking and copy editing.
• Conducting interviews and background research.
• Helping produce e-newsletters and social media content.
• Contributing to Future Leaders in Travel event planning, research surveys, marketing materials, and more.
• Learning Outcomes/Benefits for the Intern: By the end of the internship, interns are expected to have:
• Multiple published clips (print and digital) with their byline.
• Real-world editorial experience within a professional media workflow.
• Insight into how editorial, marketing, and events intersect within the travel industry.
• A network of professional contacts in travel journalism.
• Required Qualifications/Skills (“Who You Are” & “What You Have – Required”):
• A college student (or recent graduate) working toward a degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field.
• Passionate about travel, hospitality, and storytelling.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work on multiple assignments at once.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Understanding of deadlines and editorial workflows.
• Preferred Qualifications/Skills (“What You Have – Preferred”):
• Familiarity with AP style or other editorial style guides.
• Experience with social media platforms in a professional or organizational setting.
• Basic knowledge of content management systems (e.g., WordPress).
• Photo editing skills (e.g., Canva, Photoshop).
• Experience working for a student publication, blog, or other media outlet.
• Internship Details:
• Type: Part-time
• Duration: Approximately 12 weeks
• Pay: $20 per hour
• Location/Setup: Hybrid model, based in Los Angeles. Expectation of at least one day per week in the office, with remaining hours remote.
• Schedule: Days and hours are flexible, based on intern availability and the editorial calendar.
• Start Date: September 2025
• Application Process: Interested candidates should submit:
• A cover letter explaining interest in the role and in travel journalism.
• A resume.
• Two to three writing samples (links or PDFs preferred).
• Applications can be submitted via the provided link or by visiting the company’s Careers page.
• Diversity & Inclusion Statement: Northstar emphasizes its commitment to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplace. They believe their workforce should reflect the diversity of cultures and communities experienced through travel, and that diverse voices, perspectives, and contributions are central to their success.