Investigative Journalism Internship Jobs in Decatur, GA

About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Multimedia Communication Student Worker - Institutional Student Worker on the Dahlonega campus. The Multimedia Communications Student Worker will support the University of North Georgia's Dahlonega campus by filming and photographing student-focused events. This role provides hands-on experience with live event coverage, post-production workflows, and collaborative media projects. Designed for students pursuing degrees in film, digital media, communication, or journalism, the internship allows interns to apply classroom concepts in a real-world setting while developing skills in visual storytelling, camera operation, and media documentation.
Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photos and video footage of student events and activities.
• Film and photograph in live, unscripted environments using DSLR cameras.
• Provide media support at large-scale and high-profile campus events.
• Perform light editing of footage for archival or promotional use.
• Organize and deliver media content following department workflows.
• Work alongside SC&M team for large events

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Working knowledge of DSLR cameras and basic media equipment.
• Understanding of composition, framing, lighting, and movement in photo/video.
• Willingness to accept feedback and learn new technical and creative skills.
• Professionalism, punctuality, and strong verbal communication.
• Collaborative mindset with flexibility to support different roles on the media team.
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve in live event situations, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to accept feedback and learn new technical and creative skills.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in the minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
• Students with coursework in media, communication, film, broadcasting, or similar areas are encouraged to apply.
• At least one (1) year of experience working in an
• Audio/Visual service environment; or, an equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
Background Check

• Position of Trust