Salt Lake Tribune Reporting Internship (Summer)

As a Reporting Intern, you'll gain hands-on newsroom experience by reporting stories that matter to Utah communities while learning the fundamentals of professional news production. This 10-12 week paid internship will run from roughly June 1 through August 21, with some flexibility depending on an applicant's school schedule. Our interns fill a variety of roles in the newsroom and your assignment may include night or weekend work. The position is hourly, full-time and non-benefitted. We provide evaluations and assessments of interns' performance should they be required for school credit.

What You'll Do:

Pitch, report, and write stories for sltrib.com and print editions
Assist with breaking news coverage and quick-turn stories
Conduct interviews, gather documents, and perform basic research
Collaborate with editors to revise and strengthen stories
Contribute ideas during team meetings and participate in newsroom discussions
Follow ethical journalism standards and The Tribune's reporting guidelines

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay of $20.00 an hour
Flexible hours
Hybrid work options
Mileage reimbursement when applicable

Why Join Us

This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to learn from experienced journalists, build a strong portfolio, and make meaningful contributions to news coverage in Utah. Your work will directly support The Tribune's mission to serve Utahns for the next 150 years.

The Salt Lake Tribune is an inclusive employer. We're committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve, and we strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Requirements
What We're Looking For

Basic understanding of news standards and ethics, including balance in journalism and impartiality in reporting
Strong writing and communication skills, including clear writing and an understanding of the elements of storytelling
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Experience reporting for a college newsroom or local publication
Participation in a college journalism program is preferred, but not required - we are looking for those wishing to pursue a career in journalism