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McClatchy Media · 2 months ago

News Intern - Tacoma News Tribune

positionTacoma, WA 98402, USA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$17.13/hr - $17.13/hr
workcardStart in 2026 Summer

McClatchy Media is part of a digitally driven company focused on innovation with newsrooms in 30 communities in the United States. The News Tribune seeks early-career journalists for a paid internship that provides practical education and professional experience in a newsroom environment, where interns will work on stories, receive mentorship, and engage with journalism experts.

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Responsibilities

Write stories or take photos, create social media plans or make videos
Cover a wide variety of local news
Pitch story ideas throughout the internship
Work with an editor to choose one larger project to work on throughout their time in the newsroom that is published as the culmination of their internship

Qualification

News judgmentSEO knowledgeWriting skillsData analysisContent management systemsCuriosityResearch skillsCommunity engagementCollaborationSelf-motivation

Required

The ability to write quickly, accurately and well
Solid news judgment and excellent journalism ethics
A deep curiosity and high energy
Self-motivation, with an instinctive grasp of what is important and interesting to audiences on all platforms, including social media
A collaborative style that works comfortably across teams spread throughout the office and company
Ability to find great stories that are highly readable and contribute to our mission
Ability to use SEO smartly and strategically and to understand other audience growth processes
Experience using data and research to inform reporting
A commitment to diverse coverage through community engagement and source building
Proficient knowledge of technology, including content management systems and storytelling tools
Ability to quickly and accurately research and verify the authenticity of information, sources, photos and video
Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance (at least minimum insurance required for the state in which the employee works)

Company

McClatchy Media

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McClatchy Media Company is shaping the future of media by bringing together trusted journalism, engaging lifestyle and entertainment content, trend analysis, and innovative distribution solutions.
dateFounded in 1857
location
Sacramento, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.mcclatchy.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2020-09-04Acquired
1998-02-12IPO

Leadership Team

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Tony Hunter
Chairman and CEO
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