Editorial Intern (Spring 2026)

Spring 2026 Editorial Internships

The American Prospect is devoted to promoting informed discourse on public-policy matters from a progressive perspective through narrative interpretation of complex issues. We don’t just make magazines, we make a difference. The Prospect hosts three classes of interns each year with flexible dates ranging from January to April; May to August; and September to December. Individual work schedules can be adjusted on a case-by-case basis to reflect candidates' coursework schedules. For Spring 2026 applications, the deadline is 11:59 pm Eastern Time on Friday, November 28th, 2025. Editorial Interns assist with research, fact-checking, social media, data entry and library services for both the print magazine and the daily website. Interns are encouraged to contribute editorially, writing book briefs and articles as assigned, and participating in generating story ideas, as well as pursuing their own projects under the guidance of Prospect staff. We encourage our interns to fully integrate themselves into the Prospect’s editorial operations while taking full advantage of the public events only available in Washington, D.C. This is the perfect internship for journalism, political science, and economics majors. Juniors, seniors and grad students are encouraged to apply. Full and part time internships available. $17.50 per hour. Positions are remote or in-person at our Washington, D.C., headquarters.

PLEASE NOTE: This Internship application is DIFFERENT from the Writing Fellowship application.

How To Apply:

Applications are submitted via Submittable. Your TAP Internship application should include the following:

Your résumé.

Three writing samples. Consider clips or posts, academic papers, short reports/essay submitted as coursework, and unpublished pieces.

Your cover letter. In your letter, please give your assessment of the current political moment. In addition, your cover letter should express your interest in The American Prospect's journalism OR how an internship with the Prospect would align/advance your personal/career goals.

For Spring 2026 applications, the deadline is 11:59 pm Eastern Time on Friday, November 28th, 2025.

The American Prospect prioritizes attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. All qualified applicants will be considered, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other such characteristic.