Science Reporting Intern

Position Summary

The Transmitter offers up-to-date news and analysis of neuroscience and is dedicated to helping scientists at all career stages stay current and build connections. Our award-winning news team is seeking an enthusiastic science reporting intern to join our lively newsroom in New York City for the fall of 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a beginning science journalist to cover the fast-moving field of neuroscience. This paid internship has a 32-hour-per-week minimum requirement. The intern will learn how to report and write news articles that educate, challenge and inspire our audience of scientists, and you’ll leave with a collection of great clips.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Pitch, report and write news articles for The Transmitter
• Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a scientific discipline. Graduate journalism coursework preferred
• Experience: A background or strong interest in neuroscience, genetics, cognition and behavior
• Must be familiar with and adhere to journalistic ethics

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover letter describing your interest in this position
• Three clips of your journalistic writing

Compensation

This internship pays $20 to $25 per hour, depending on degree level

The Simons Foundation's Commitment

The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers.