Editorial Assistant

This position will be responsible for:

• posting new material on the home page each day,
• researching possible topics to be debated on our blog,
• researching experts who have written on these issues,
• contacting experts about participating in these debates.

Qualified applicants will have:

• interest in political, religious, and social issues,
• confidence in cold-calling policy experts and other intellectuals,
• good oral and written communication skills.

Candidates must:

• have access to a computer with Internet access and basic office software (e.g., Microsoft Office), as most of the work is done off site,
• be comfortable working at home or some other accessible location, and
• provide for their own transportation to weekly staff meetings (the site is Metro accessible).

This internship is particularly suited for those interested in a career in media, journalism, or communication.

This is a great opportunity to experience real responsibility, meaningful work, and influence into decision-making with a dynamic Washington media company. Interns will become familiar with intellectuals, think tanks, special interest groups, journalists, politicians, and other power brokers in the nation’s capital.

Please e-mail cover letter and resume to info@publicsquare.net.