Journalism/Communication Intern – The Nation’s Health

Job Description

Job Title: Journalism/Communication Internship – The Nation’s Health with the American Public Health Association (APHA)

Overview:

• This is an unpaid internship for students seeking hands-on experience in a fast-paced journalism environment.
• Interns will work with The Nation’s Health, a publication of the American Public Health Association (APHA).
• Opportunities to report stories and assist with newsgathering, writing, and production.
• Location: Washington, D.C. (US-based).
• Hybrid or remote options are available.

Responsibilities:

• Writing news stories for the monthly print issue and/or web version of the newspaper.
• Developing story ideas.
• Attending press conferences and congressional hearings.
• Responsible for the newspaper’s weekly online news quiz.
• Contributing to multiple storytelling platforms.
• Gaining experience in newspaper production and distribution.
• Assisting APHA’s Communications Department with news releases, news tracking, and public relations work.
• Working with APHA’s social media tools (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube).
• Contributing to APHA’s Get Ready campaign by writing blog posts and participating in group projects.
• Expected to produce numerous articles, news quizzes, and a solid package of clips by the end of the internship.

Qualifications:

• Open to qualified students for fall, spring, and summer internships, including combined journalism/communication internships during fall and spring semesters.
• Experience with deadlines and Associated Press/journalism style is a plus.
• Prior writing and reporting experience is a plus.
• Willingness to learn.
• Internships are available year-round.
• Duration: Three- to four-month period.
• Work Requirement: Students must work a minimum of 28 hours a week to maximize their experience.
• Credit: Unpaid, but credit is available.

Application Requirements:

Applicants who meet the requirements should upload the following information:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• A writing sample
• Unofficial transcript
• List of two references (from individuals who know you well enough to discuss your qualifications, e.g., an employer or professor).

Important Information:

• US-based internship: Candidates must be able to work in the US during the internship.
• Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid or remote options available).
• Compensation: All APHA internships are unpaid.
• Vaccination Policy: Interns must adhere to APHA COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate Policy.
• Deadline: February 6, 2026 @ 5 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time).
• Diversity Statement: APHA is strongly and actively committed to diversity in its workplace. (EEO/AA/VETS/DISABILITY).