Versant Summer Internships: MS NOW News & Content Production at Versant in New York, NY

Job description

The Versant Internship Program offers students the opportunity to build foundational skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain exposure to how a modern media organization operates. Interns are curious, motivated, and eager to learn in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.  All internships are paid. Summer interns are also eligible for:  Time off to support overall health, well-being, and academics.   Structured onboarding and professional development opportunities  Mentorship and networking with teams across the company & intern community  Hands-on experience that supports long-term career growth  As part of Versant’s internship program, interns will help shape an experience designed to invest in emerging talent and support early career development.    Summer 2027 Internship Program:   Applications Open:  October 7  Applications Close: November 16. Tip: Apply early! Positions may be filled on a rolling basis and applications may close once capacity is reached.   Program Dates:  June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027  Time Commitment:  40 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.   Format:  Opportunities listed will require an intern to work on-site at the New York, NY location.  How to Apply:    Submit a one-page resume detailing your relevant experience, skills, accomplishments, and expected graduation month and year.  Submit an optional letter to the hiring team expressing your interest in Versant, the internship locations you are open to (listed below), and your primary areas of interest (opportunities listed below).  Must be able to provide a current transcript (unofficial transcripts accepted) to confirm enrollment in a degree-granting program during the recruitment process.  Job Description:   MS NOW is one of the country’s leading news organizations and a premier destination for breaking news and best- in- class opinion journalism. The trusted news brand commands one of the most engaged audiences on television and reaches millions of Americans across cable, online, social media, and audio platforms every day.   From breaking headlines to in-depth stories, it’s the place where news meets impact, and interns get a front-row seat.  Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to:   MS NOW Newsgathering  MS NOW Digital, Audio & Longform   MS NOW Social Media  MS NOW Content Strategy   MS NOW Dayside Production  MS NOW Weekend News Program   MS NOW Primetime  MS NOW Production Operations  Creative Operations & Graphics  MS NOW Brand Marketing Basic Requirements:   Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program OR have a graduation date in Spring 2027. Applicants who graduated in 2026 or earlier are not eligible for our internship program.   Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).   Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027.  Must be willing to work on-site at the New York, NY office.  Must be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must not require work visa sponsorship from VERSANT now or in the future to retain authorization to work in the United States.   For further clarification, candidates currently on any student or exchange visa (e.g. F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1) are not eligible to apply unless they will be able to change or adjust to another status that grants work authorization without sponsorship from VERSANT. VERSANT is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire.   Desired Characteristics:   Students with class s