Editorial Intern

Job Description

About the Job

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Quad is a global marketing experience company focused on helping clients win every day. They utilize a data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions, reduce friction, and enhance marketing spend effectiveness for their clients. Quad prides itself on a legacy built on believing in its people, encouraging them to act like owners, and empowering them to take charge of their success. The company culture is driven by a commitment to perform at their best for themselves and their clients, consistently striving to “create a better way.”

Editorial Internship – Summer 2026

Milwaukee Magazine has Editorial Internship positions available for SUMMER 2026!

Role Overview

We are seeking journalists who are committed to accuracy and detail, combined with a knack for telling Milwaukee’s stories to our extensive readership of over 200,000. This is a professional role where interns will be integral to the editorial process.

Key Responsibilities

• Extensive fact-checking to ensure accuracy of content.
• Writing for both print editions and the milwaukeemag.com website.
• Involvement in larger research projects.
• Participation in brainstorming sessions to help shape the magazine’s editorial direction.
• No coffee runs for others – this is a professional role.

Career Development

Milwaukee Magazine takes pride in the success of its former interns, many of whom have honed and expanded their skills here before moving on to full-time positions at newspapers, magazines, or other communication jobs. Many have returned to the offices for full-time roles or become regular freelance contributors.

Application Process

Please submit the following:

• A cover letter explaining what sets you apart from other applicants.
• A resume.
• Three writing clips that showcase your style and versatility.

Applications will be accepted until APRIL 1, 2026. Finalists will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls.

Qualifications

• Interns will work 15-20 hours a week.
• The internship is currently a hybrid schedule.
• Experience working in a journalistic environment, whether professional or student publication, is required.
• Ability to verify facts and not assume their correctness is crucial.
• Proficiency in AP Style is expected.
• Familiarity with Milwaukee Magazine is highly recommended.

Important Requirement

This is a part-time unpaid position that carries a college credit requirement. Applicants MUST be able to receive college course credit for the internship.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging – a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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