Nola Family is looking for our next Editorial Intern! Interested? Send your resume to us today.

Job Description

Are you energetic, smart, organized, reliable, and have an interest (or experience) in journalism or publishing? Then, this is the perfect internship for you!
 
As an intern, you will collaborate with our publisher and editorial team to acquire editing and writing skills and knowledge of the editorial process. Ultimately, you should expect to gain experience and be prepared to enter a fast-paced business environment.
 
You will leave this internship with the great feeling of experience and an enhanced portfolio. Plus we promise a very fun, relaxed environment and a stipend at the end. 🙂

Responsibilities Include

  • Fact-checking copy for our magazines – check for grammatical errors, and that event dates are added to our online calendars, etc.
  • Administrative responsibilities assigned by the publisher and editor.
  • Creation of social media contests on various platforms as needed.
  • Photo assignments for feature stories if applicable.

Internships last for a full semester. A stipend will be paid at end of the internship. ​​Scheduling is flexible (10-15 hours per week preferred). Photography skills are a plus but not required.

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Extremely organized and detail oriented. Candidate should be self-motivated and be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Highly recommended for current college junior, senior, or student working on their masters. Experience in Photoshop or Creative Suites is desired.

[divider]Internship Testimonials[/divider]

“Working for NOLA Family Magazine was an extremely pleasant and helpful experience to have as a college intern. The highlight of this experience however is definitely the encouraging and exceptional work environment the staff creates for you during your time. Not once did I feel patronized or uncomfortable, which is crucial to any workplace.”

Jake Collazo
Edit Intern Spring 2018
Tulane University Class of 2020

 

“Nola Family provided a great environment and hands-on experience which helped me grow as a writer. Everyone is very supportive and kind. I had the opportunity to work at an established magazine gaining skills that will help me further my career.”

Hannah Bond
Edit Intern Spring 2018
Tulane University Class of 2020

 

“Nola Family was a great experience to help me develop my skills as a writer and multitasker. With the help from Nola Family’s friendly and fun staff, I had the support I needed to learn the ins and outs of working at an established magazine.”

Chapelle Johnson
Edit Intern Fall 2018 & Spring 2019
Loyola University New Orleans Class of 2020

 

“I feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to work with the wonderful team behind NOLA Family and NOLA Boomers. I have been able to explore what makes this city great, interview incredible people, and learn a ton along the way!”
 
Erin Cohn
Edit Intern Fall 2018 & Spring 2019
Tulane University Class of 2018