Opinion Editing Intern Job at The Washington Post, Washington DC

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  • The Washington Post
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Join the future of news

We’re on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. At The Washington Post, you’ll help reinvent news. Our work is driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.

About Our Team

The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning Newsroom and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.

Why This Role Matters

We’re looking for editing interns who will support the deputy opinion editor for bylined pieces. They will help edit op-eds, assist with fact-checking, manage the inbox of op-ed submissions and perform other tasks as needed. These interns should have a keen understanding of style, grammar and sentence structure, and must be able to edit for clarity, accuracy and voice. Working occasional nights and weekends, the ability to work calmly under intense deadlines, and strong news judgement are also requirements.

Session Options:

  • Session 1: 01/05/2026 to 03/13/2026
    Application Deadline: 10/30/2025

  • Session 2: 03/23/2026 to 05/29/2026
    Application Deadline: 12/20/2025

  • Session 3: 06/08/2026 to 08/14/2026
    Application Deadline: 04/01/2026

  • Session 4: 09/07/2026 to 11/20/2026
    Application Deadline: 07/01/2026

Please include the following in your application

  • A résumé

  • A cover letter

  • 3 relevant clips that demonstrate the ability to report and communicate in sharp, clear ways

  • An original video clip under 2 minutes meant for social media, reacting to a news story, and making a clear argument.

  • If you are not able to upload a video file due to file size limitations, please include a link to a video hosted elsewhere in your resume or cover letter.

What Motivates You

  • You believe in the power of opinion journalism to reach, engage and challenge audiences.

  • You have strong attention to detail and communication skills.

  • You are comfortable in fast-moving environments and on deadline.

  • You are excited about tackling new challenges and gaining hands-on experience in national media.

Skills and Experience You Bring

We are looking for college juniors, seniors, graduate students, and recent graduates. 

  • All work must be submitted in English.

Collaboration makes us stronger. That’s why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week.

Your story awaits. Apply today!

Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.

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