Journalist Intern

September 1, 2025

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Job Description

About the Company: A Hot Set

A Hot Set is a media platform that focuses on covering news and stories within the global entertainment industry. Its primary lens is the experiences and contributions of people of color (POCs). The company aims to keep its audience well-informed and on the pulse of the evolving role POCs play in shaping the future of entertainment media.

To achieve this, A Hot Set provides a range of content, including:
In-depth commentary
Statistical insights
Historical analysis
Profiles
Updates
Special coverage

Job Description: Journalist Intern

This is a virtual, unpaid internship for a duration of 6 months, with a start date as soon as possible (ASAP). While the internship does not offer monetary compensation, it provides valuable writing experience. Metro Los Angeles and New York City residents are strongly encouraged to apply, though location is not a strict requirement as the role is virtual.

Responsibilities:
As a Journalist Intern, your primary responsibility will be to:
Weekly: Write in-depth, industry-related articles, commentary, and/or reviews.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Journalist Intern position will possess:
Content Focus: The ability and interest to cover film, TV, creator, or business-related content for the site, specifically as it identifies with and relates to A Hot Set’s target demographic (people of color).
Business Acumen: An aptitude or interest in writing about the business side of the entertainment industry.
Review Skills: An aptitude or interest in reviewing film or TV series from various genres.
Critical Thinking: Strong critical and intellectual thinking skills to write socially relevant, fact-based commentary.

Application Process:
To learn more about A Hot Set, applicants are encouraged to view their media kit at http://www.anpublishing.com/ahotset.
To apply, candidates must forward the following:
Cover letter
Resume (stating relevant experience)
Three published clips

Additional Information:
A. N. Publishing, the parent company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). They consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodations during the application process due to a disability are available upon request, and no applicant will be penalized for such a request.