ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Journal Editorial Jobs (NOW HIRING)

National Journal

Editorial Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

$20/hr

National Journal has an immediate opening for an intern on the editorial team, one of its flagship editorial products. For more than 30 years, Hotline Wake-Up Call! , Hotline Latest Edition , and ...

National Journal

Editorial Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

$20/hr

National Journal has an immediate opening for an intern on the editorial team, one of its flagship editorial products. For more than 30 years, Hotline Wake-Up Call!, Hotline Latest Edition, and ...

Colorado Psychiatric

In this role, you will lead the editorial strategy, production, and day-to-day operations of the AORN Journal while guiding a talented editorial team and collaborating with the Editor-in-Chief ...

ISHE

In this role, you will lead the editorial strategy, production, and day-to-day operations of the AORN Journal while guiding a talented editorial team and collaborating with the Editor-in-Chief ...

University of Minnesota School of Nursing

In this role, you will lead the editorial strategy, production, and day-to-day operations of the AORN Journal while guiding a talented editorial team and collaborating with the Editor-in-Chief ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsArts And Entertainment JobsArts JobsCopywriter JobsJournal Editorial Jobs

Journal Editorial information

See salary details

$29.5K

$50.3K

$76K

How much do journal editorial jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for journal editorial in the United States is $50,294.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Journal Editorial vs Peer Reviewer?

AspectJournal EditorialPeer Reviewer
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees (e.g., PhD), experience in academic publishingUsually experts in the field, often with similar credentials but not necessarily in publishing roles
Work EnvironmentWork within editorial offices, managing submissions and publication processesWork independently or remotely, reviewing manuscripts for quality and validity
Employer & Industry UsageAcademic journals, publishing houses, scholarly organizationsAcademic journals, research institutions, scholarly communities

Journal Editorial roles involve managing the publication process, overseeing submissions, and making publication decisions. Peer Reviewers focus on evaluating the quality and validity of manuscripts. While both roles require subject expertise and academic credentials, editors have additional responsibilities in publication management, whereas reviewers provide critical assessments to ensure scholarly standards.

Do you get paid as a journal editor?

Journal editors are typically paid professionals who receive a salary or honorarium for their work, especially in academic or professional publishing. Compensation varies based on the publication, experience, and whether the role is full-time, part-time, or volunteer. Many editors also have skills in editing, peer review, and publishing processes.

How do you become a journal editor?

To become a journal editor, candidates typically need a strong academic background in the relevant field, extensive experience in research or publishing, and excellent editing and communication skills. Many editors start as researchers, reviewers, or associate editors before advancing to lead roles, often requiring a master's or doctoral degree and familiarity with publishing tools and peer review processes.

What are the most commonly searched types of Journal Editorial jobs?

The most popular types of Journal Editorial jobs are:

What are popular job titles for Journal Editorial?

Popular job titles for Journal Editorial:

Infographic showing various Journal Editorial job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,294 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Editorial Intern

Washington, DC • On-site

National Journal
Scientific Research and Development Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about National Journalexternal

$20/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

National Journal is hiring an editorial intern.

National Journal has an immediate opening for an intern on the editorial team, one of its flagship editorial products. For more than 30 years, Hotline Wake-Up Call!, Hotline Latest Edition, and National Journal Daily have been the key political tipsheets for officeholders, campaign professionals, pollsters, political parties, and political scholars. This individual will report to National Journal's managing editor. Interns will work up to 20 hours a week.  

National Journal is a premier research and insights company committed to helping organizations effectively navigate Washington. Best known as one of Washington's most trusted media brands for nearly 50 years, our expertise is unmatched with teams of specialists dedicated to government affairs, communications, and political research, in addition to exceptional journalism. Our mission is to equip the thousands of government and business leaders in the nation's capital with the intelligence, insights, and connections they need to save time, increase efficiency, and deliver success.

What is National Journal's Editorial? 

National Journal's Hotline and Daily is the premier campaign resource for more than 30 years. Read by the most powerful and informed figures in Washington, our daily newsletters cover the latest news from Capitol Hill and campaigns all along the ballot from across the country.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Searching and curating the morning's political news via Google, Lexis/Nexis, social media, and dozens of newspapers and other sources

  • Contributing to reporting on policy, politics, and campaigns

  • Writing short pieces of news and analysis

  • Helping to update our databases

  • Collaborating with staff correspondents and editors on larger feature stories

  • Assisting on larger data projects like our Poll Tracker and quarterly FEC donor reports

Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate:

  • A passion for journalism and a commitment to independent, nonpartisan reporting and writing

  • Working knowledge of American politics and a hunger to learn more

  • Thorough attention to detail and ability to file on tight deadlines

  • The ability to multitask with little to no supervision

  • A strong work ethic and motivation to succeed

  • Quick and accurate writing skills

  • Creative thinking and resourcefulness in problem-solving

  • Prodigious work ethic and spirit of generosity

$20 - $20 an hour

Application Deadline: August 24, 2026

Required Application Materials: Cover letter, resume, and writing sample.

Employment Type: Internship (Part-time)

Term: September-December 2026

Compensation: The intern will be paid $20/hour 

Location: This job is based in Washington, DC. National Journal operates on a hybrid schedule, with employees required to be in the office every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. 
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
 
About Us
Across National Journal Group, generally, the firm looks for two "pillar gifts" in you, and everyone else.  In all of us, these are more aspirational than actual, but they are central in our intentions -
 
Force of Ideas:  At the center of National Journal Group work are the ideas within our writing.  We believe that ideas - to the good and not - have consequences.  Our highest work is bringing rigor, insight, intellectual honesty, to that ultimate purpose of separating the bad from the good, and giving voice to the latter.
 
Spirit of Generosity:  National Journal Group seeks in its ranks a spirit of generosity - a natural disposition in each colleague toward service and selfless conduct.  National Journal Group writing should be cut from the same cloth -critical on the merits but informed by charity and forbearance in measuring motive and personal character.
 
National Journal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
apply for this job

Apply