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The Hill Spring 2027 Editorial Intern- Washington DC

CompanyNexstar Media Group, Inc.
LocationWashington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The editorial intern will primarily focus on writing and reporting on national politics and Congress. They will also assist reporters with projects and provide support at events hosted by The Hill.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
4219
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 316,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with more than 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All Americans,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property.
About the Role

An editorial Hill internship will include intense exposure to national politics and Congress. Interns will experience a fast pace and deadline pressure. This role is part time. Applications are due Nov. 15.

 

Interns for The Hill have broken major stories, receiving widespread recognition. Their work has appeared on The Hill website and in print.

Duties: Editorial intern duties consist primarily of writing and reporting. Interns also assist reporters and frequently get assignments that take them to the Capitol and the halls of Congress. Interns have some clerical duties, including assisting at events hosted by The Hill and assisting reporters with projects.
 
Interns are entirely responsible for their own lodging and travel. The Hill assumes no responsibility and cannot compensate any outside expenses connected with an internship. However, we will cover in-town travel expenses for work assignments
 
The Hill assumes no liability and accepts no responsibility for intern behavior outside the workplace.

To Apply: We strongly recommend that applicants familiarize themselves with The Hill before applying.
 
Be sure to include:
1. The semester for which you’re applying.
2. The beginning and ending dates of your internship.
3. The days of the week you’re available.
4. The hours you are available.
5. A resume, cover letter and information on any academic programs in Washington you are participating in.
 
Compensation - $18.40/hour

Benefits:

  • Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.   Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans.  Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

SCAM ALERT:

Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com).  Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv.

Key Skills
WritingReportingJournalismResearchEditorialCommunication
Categories
Creative & MediaGovernment & Public Sector
Benefits
401(k)Local/state leave plans