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Summer 2026 Internship

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About The Dispatch: At a time of growing industry uncertainty and an alarming erosion of civic discourse, The Dispatch stands out as a platform for thoughtful coverage, respectful dialogue,

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About The Dispatch:
At a time of growing industry uncertainty and an alarming erosion of civic discourse, The Dispatch stands out as a platform for thoughtful coverage, respectful dialogue, and a wildly engaged community of paying members. We bring a perspective—we’re right-of-center—but we’re fiercely independent, standing apart from media outlets increasingly engaged in partisan boosterism. Started in 2019 by Steve Hayes, the editor-in-chief of The Weekly Standard, and Jonah Goldberg, editor at National Review, The Dispatch has filled a valuable gap in the media ecosystem as captured by articles in the New York Times, Vanity Fair, The Atlantic, and other publications.

Overview:
The Dispatch is pleased to offer its 2026 summer editorial internship program. This is a 10-week opportunity based in our Washington, D.C., office, beginning June 1 and ending August 7. This is a hands-on internship that will provide invaluable experience for aspiring journalists who want to participate in the editorial process of a thriving media business. The interns will work closely with The Dispatch’s reporters, staff writers, and editors to contribute to The Dispatch’s website and newsletters.
  • Contribute to standalone and explanatory articles for The Dispatch website, newsletters such as The Morning Dispatch, and fact checks.
  • Assist in reporting, writing, editing, fact-checking, and producing Dispatch articles and newsletters.
  • May assist in social media and audio/video production.
  • Interview key people (witnesses, sources, etc.) to obtain pertinent information for reporting and explainers. 
  • Establish contacts and sources for use in future research.
  • Produce one long-term reported project over the course of the 10-week internship, to be turned in before the internship’s completion.
  • Keep abreast of news developments by studying papers, attending events, etc.
  • Transcription of interviews, research tasks, and other duties that support the work of the editorial team.
  • Current enrollment in a related undergraduate or master’s degree program. Those graduating in 2026 are eligible.
  • Desire to pursue a career in journalism. 
  • Ability to follow strict deadlines and take direction, correction, and constructive feedback professionally. 
  • Familiarity with American politics, media, conservatism/classical liberalism.
  • Proficiency with the news media ecosystem and active knowledge of today’s big stories.
  • Computer proficiency (MS Office, Google, web search, databases).
  • Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
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    January 14, 2026
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    March 26, 2026
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    April 24, 2026

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