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The deadline to apply is April 12, 2026 at 11:59 pm ET.

The National Press Club Journalism Institute is currently recruiting applicants for its paid summer internship program in Washington, D.C.

Interns will have the opportunity to gain a tailored, hands-on experience in reporting, interviewing, and supporting the Institute’s mission to power journalism in the public interest and champion press freedom. Previous internship or writing experience in journalism, media, or communications is a plus. 

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a cover letter outlining their journalism or communication experience and interest in the National Press Club Journalism Institute, and up to three work samples (ie: news articles, interviews, reports, class projects) using this form.

The complete position summary is linked here. 

The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. ET, Sunday, April 12, 2026.