Friendly team and enjoyable work environment online and in person, great group of mixed experience levels. Full of opportunities for your future
What I wish was different
Breaking News is soul-crushing by nature. Lots of car crashes and tragedies you’re writing each day. Full 8 hr shifts, you can take a short break. Know yourself and your ethics before signing up for this, editing team responds well to some pushback when stories come in from a morally grey area. At the end of the day, remember that YOU decide what you write and what doesn’t get published with your name on it.
Advice
Talk with the editing team before you start, try to take extra care of your mental health during the internship. Also, speed is key with breaking news!
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Reporting Intern
June - August 2021 • Shreveport, LA
What I liked
I was treated like a full journalist. I had the responsibility to find stories to cover, but I was also trusted with finding important stories in the community.
What I wish was different
I wish housing was covered, as my entire pay went to housing and I still owed more after that.
Advice
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Multi media journalist
June - September 2020 • Framingham, MA
What I liked
I enjoyed the flexibility and professionalism of all the Gannett writing Mentors.
What I wish was different
I wish it had been a longer internship.
Advice
Take pride in becoming a great writer because it helps you in every job.
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Sports Intern
January - June 2019 • Phoenix, AZ
What I liked
Great staff, encouraging with interests
What I wish was different
Nothing really
Advice
Be persistent in what you want to do. The experience is what you make it.
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Financial Analyst
November 2015 • Tallahassee, FL
What I liked
Currently working here - enjoy the company atmosphere.
