Editorial Intern, Boston Magazine

Job Description: As an editorial intern with Boston magazine, you’ll play a crucial role in the magazine’s production, gaining experience in fact-checking, writing, research and more. The ideal candidate for this role is a self-starter who can manage their time well, juggling various tasks and deadlines at once, with a passion for local magazine journalism and all things Boston. Responsibilities: Assist in fact-checking front-of-book stories ranging from lifestyle to home, weddings, and food coverage. Contribute to fact-checking and research for the magazine’s listings, including Top Schools, Top Lawyers, and Top Dentists. Provide research and writing assistance for Boston magazine’s staff. This may include background research for stories, contributing sidebars to larger features, and other editorial tasks. Contribute stories to the website and print magazines—specifically service and “things to do” guides, restaurant openings, and real estate pieces—when needed, involving a combination of interviews, internet research, and on-the-ground reporting. Update evergreen digital guides for timeliness and accuracy Qualifications: Current college student or recent graduate Interest in magazine journalism and passion for all things Boston Previous experience in editorial roles (newswriting, reporting, editing) preferred Knowledge of or familiarity with the Boston area preferred Self-starter mentality and positive attitude Strong time management and communication skills Proficiency in Google platforms including Docs, Sheets, and Gmail. This is a part-time role, with 25 hours expected per week. This is a remote, part-time internship with opportunities for in-person work sporadically throughout the semester at the Boston Globe’s 53 State Street office. The BGMP office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. For this role, we will consider candidates who are based anywhere in the United States. The hourly rate for this role is $26.60. This position is a union position covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the Boston Newspaper Guild. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. EEO Statement: At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling. We know a critical part of achieving this is by having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Boston Globe Media is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates and colleagues of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills.