Newsroom Intern, Wisconsin

About the role

State Affairs is the nation’s leading news and policy intelligence platform focused on state governments. We combine nonpartisan coverage of Statehouses across the country alongside state government data and AI-native tools into a singular platform. We inform and empower decision makers, policy professionals, and citizens through our award-winning journalism and data—delivering profound insights to help our customers decode and act on state politics and policy.

This is a temporary, onsite internship located in Madison, Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Assist reporters and editors with daily coverage of Wisconsin state government and politics
• Monitor legislative hearings, press conferences, and public meetings at the State Capitol
• Conduct background research on policy issues, legislation, and public officials
• Draft short news items, briefs, and summaries for digital publication
• Fact-check articles and verify sources and data
• Help maintain news calendars and track breaking developments
• Perform administrative and editorial support tasks, such as posting press releases, as needed in a fast-paced newsroom

Requirements

• Current enrollment in a college or university, preferably majoring in journalism, political science, communications, or a related field
• Strong writing, grammar, and editing skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently with guidance
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work onsite in Madison, Wisconsin during the internship period

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with news writing style and basic AP style
• Interest in state government, public policy, and political journalism

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future company sponsorship.