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Local Government, Politics Intern - Summer 2027
Dallas, TX, United States +1 · Internship · Posted Oct 26, 2026
- Location
- Dallas, TX, United States
Dallas
About the job
Reports on North Texas government and politics for The Dallas Morning News, producing breaking, daily, and service journalism for digital audiences.
What you'll do
- Write accurate, fast-turn local government and politics stories.
- Use social media to develop story ideas and respond to audience interests.
- Optimize stories for digital publication and assist with video or audio journalism as needed.
What they ask for
- Proficiency in digital content management tools.
- Familiarity with social media newsgathering and audience development.
- Knowledge of SEO and digital best practices, and digital news analytics.
- Valid driver's license and registered vehicle for travel to assignments.
Tools
digital content management tools, social media, SEO
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