Charlotte Observer hiring now for 2024 journalism internships for college students
For college students looking to take their careers to the next level, a spring or summer news internship at The Charlotte Observer offers 10 weeks of skill-building in a rewarding environment.
We are now accepting applications for spring and summer 2024 internships. The application deadline is Nov. 3, 2023. Internships are paid.
To apply and for more information about internships at The Charlotte Observer, click here.
The Observer’s internship program offers talented college journalists the opportunity to grow and develop in a metro newsroom that covers a vibrant, growing city.
From Day 1 of your internship, you will be welcomed as part of the Observer staff. We’re hiring for a range of internship positions for reporters or photographers on all of our desks: local news, Charlotte Five, breaking news, business coverage and sports.
For internship applications across all McClatchy newsrooms, go here.
As you can see from the 2023 class, Observer interns take on important stories and reporting projects and are an integral part of our daily coverage throughout the summer. In addition to honing your craft through interviewing, writing and shooting photos and videos, you’ll have valuable training and development opportunities with senior journalists from the Observer and parent company McClatchy.
Below are some stories produced by interns this past summer.
Charlotte skaters say it’s ‘about time’ as county spends $6.9 million on new skate parks
Charlotte’s ballroom scene: All about the Black LGBTQ+ space that inspired Beyoncé
‘It’s time for a new set of eyes’: Hornets fans react to Michael Jordan selling the team
An endangered language in the North Carolina mountains: How pride keeps it alive
Looking for a live music venue in Charlotte? Here’s a guide to help you out
Whitewater Center plans to open a 70-acre dog park this fall. No leashes required
Turning a NC prison into a trade school? A Charlotte nonprofit strives to be first to try
