Research & Copywriting Intern
Research & Copywriting Intern – Adam Kinzinger
Organization: Kinzinger Media
Location: Remote
Compensation: $10/hour
Hours: 15 hours per week; must be available 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET daily
About the Role
Former Congressman Adam Kinzinger is seeking a Research & Copywriting Intern to support the production of his daily news show. You'll work directly on a high-profile political publication covering breaking news.
Responsibilities
- Research breaking news stories, policy developments, and historical context for daily newsletter items
- Draft, edit, and proofread copy for newsletter posts, headlines, and subject lines
- Fact-check claims, verify sources, and gather supporting links and citations
- Monitor news cycles, social media, and Congressional activity to flag stories worth covering
- Help shape narrative throughlines and editorial framing across multiple stories
Qualifications
- Excellent writing, editing, and research skills, with attention to grammar and accuracy
- Strong news judgment and a working knowledge of U.S. politics and current events
- Ability to synthesize complex stories into clear, accessible copy
- Comfort working under tight, news-driven deadlines
- Detail-oriented, self-directed, and reliable in a remote setting
- Must be available daily from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET