Boston.com Community Writer and Audience Engagement Co-op

Boston.com, one of the most-read digital media outlets in the region, is offering a full-time co-op focused on audience engagement journalism from July to December 2025 for a college journalist.

About the role

Qualified candidates are highly collaborative student journalists interested in gaining versatile experience at a digital media outlet. Our newsroom publishes fast, local, and useful content primarily for mobile readers.

Responsibilities

• Pitch and execute multimedia projects, emphasizing highly visual, short-form formats created originally or obtained from third parties.
• Balance tight turnaround and advance-notice projects across general assignment news, sports, lifestyle, and things to do.
• Serve as a teamwide collaborator and resource on all Boston.com multimedia projects.
• Share content across social media channels, engaging with daily conversations using pertinent copy and local knowledge.

Requirements

• College student studying journalism or a related major.
• Junior or senior status encouraged to apply.
• Experience at a media outlet is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of social platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X.
• Enthusiasm for digital journalism and eagerness to learn.
• Based in the Boston area or willing to relocate.

Benefits

• On-the-job training and access to professional development opportunities throughout the co-op program.
• Union position covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the Boston Newspaper Guild.

Pay

The hourly rate for this role is $15.00.

Location

The BGMP office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines.

In addition to your resume, you may optionally submit a portfolio with your application.