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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer student journalist in the United States is $60,979.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer student journalist?

Summer Student Journalists are students, often in high school or college, who work with media organizations during the summer to gain hands-on experience in reporting, writing, and multimedia production. They typically assist with researching stories, conducting interviews, and writing articles under the guidance of professional journalists. These positions are designed to help students develop practical journalism skills, build a portfolio, and explore potential career paths in the field. Summer student journalist roles are often paid internships or fellowships, but some may be volunteer-based depending on the organization.

What kinds of projects or assignments can a summer student journalist expect to work on during their internship?

As a Summer Student Journalist, you will likely contribute to a variety of reporting assignments, such as researching news stories, conducting interviews, writing articles, and assisting with multimedia content like photos or videos. You may also have the opportunity to shadow experienced reporters, attend editorial meetings, and pitch your own story ideas. This hands-on environment allows you to build a diverse portfolio and gain exposure to different aspects of newsroom operations, while also developing key skills in deadline management and collaboration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer student journalist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Student Journalist, you need strong writing, research, and interviewing skills, often supported by coursework or experience in journalism or communications. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, audio/video editing tools, and basic photography is typically required. Curiosity, adaptability, and effective communication help set individuals apart in dynamic newsroom environments. These skills and qualities are essential for producing accurate, engaging stories under tight deadlines while collaborating with editors and peers.

What is the difference between Summer Student Journalist vs Summer Student Reporter?

AspectSummer Student JournalistSummer Student Reporter
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or ongoing college education; some journalism courses preferredHigh school diploma or college coursework; similar journalism background
Work EnvironmentNewsrooms, media outlets, online platformsLocal newspapers, radio stations, online news sites
Employer & Industry UsageMedia companies, broadcasting stations, online mediaPrint and broadcast news organizations, online news portals
Common Search & ComparisonOften searched together due to similar roles and industryRelated but slightly more focused on reporting specific stories

Both roles involve reporting news and creating content for media outlets, often requiring similar educational backgrounds and work environments. The main difference is that a Summer Student Journalist may have a broader scope, including feature writing and editorial tasks, while a Summer Student Reporter typically focuses on gathering and reporting news stories. Both positions are valuable entry points into journalism and media industries.

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Infographic showing various Summer Student Journalist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 44% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,979 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Food & Wine Reporting Intern, Summer 2027

San Francisco, CA • Hybrid

Hearst
Motion Picture and Video Production • 10K+ employees
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$20.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Hearst rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Food & Wine Reporting Intern Summer 2027

Would you like to work with world-class journalists at a digital media company seeking to reinvent the way it covers news and reaches readers?

The San Francisco Chronicle is looking for a reporting intern to join our food and wine journalists for an exciting summer covering the Bay Area's dynamic dining and drinking scene. Our summer journalism internships typically begin in June and last through August, but there is some flexibility to accommodate college schedules. This paid 12-week intern will hit the ground running, covering a variety of stories and will also receive training and mentoring and a working knowledge of the complexity of a modern digital news operation.

Reporting on restaurant and bar openings and closings and other food- and drink-related news will be part of the job, as will learning the ins and outs of running a fast-paced food news operation. That includes social media operations, participating in team brainstorming and assisting esteemed critics with their on-the-ground reporting work. And yes, there will be opportunities to try new food and drink as part of the job.

The ideal candidate will hustle and compete to be first on a story, while engaging readers through social media, visuals, graphics and alternative story forms. We need someone with high standards, curiosity and empathy who can collaborate and is comfortable providing and taking feedback.

Requirements:

  • This position will be full-time, paid at $20.50/hr, based in the Bay Area for Summer 2027. All college students, including community college students or students who will have recently completed their associate or bachelor's degree, are encouraged to apply. Deadline to apply is October 10, 2026.
  • Please include in your application a portfolio of your work or links to your designs, along with brief explanations of your role in the execution of the pieces. Your role could include brainstorming, researching, art directing collaborators, project coordination, and design and coding.

Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Receive training and mentoring from editors and colleagues across departments.
  • Work and train within a cohort of more than a dozen summer interns.
  • Report and write news articles for the Chronicle and SFChronicle.com that reflect the diversity of experiences and coverage of the Bay Area's restaurant, bar and winery scene.

What we're looking for:

  • Overall: Someone eager to find and chase good stories while engaging readers through compelling headlines, visuals, graphics and other multimedia. Strong writing skills are important, as is a strict dedication to accuracy, fairness and inclusiveness.


About The San Francisco Chronicle:

The San Francisco Chronicle ( www.sfchronicle.com ) is the largest newspaper in Northern California and the second largest on the West Coast. Acquired by Hearst Corp. in 2000, The San Francisco Chronicle was founded in 1865 by Charles and Michael de Young and has been awarded six Pulitzer Prizes for journalistic excellence.

Our award-winning journalists provide insight into the people and events shaping the Bay Area, investigate wrongdoing and waste, and deliver the quickest and most reliable coverage of breaking news in Northern California.

Join our team!

HNP Overview: 

With 2,500 employees across the nation, Hearst Newspapers (HNP) represents a network of 28 daily and 50 weekly publications, including the Austin American-Statesman, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News, San Francisco Chronicle and Times Union (Albany). Our portfolio also includes several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites such as Chron., CT Insider, MySA and SFGATE, along with marketing services businesses like Medium Giant and entertainment brands such as King Features Syndicate. 

At HNP, we're investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories - growing newsrooms, diversifying tools and evolving platforms - to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired. 

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