Journalist Intern

Are you a curious, go-getting storyteller with an insatiable thirst for knowledge? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the challenge of daily deadlines? If so, we want you on our editorial team!

About the Role
As a Journalist Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a dynamic newsroom while developing essential journalism skills. You’ll work across our trade publications, supporting editorial teams with research, content preparation and digital publishing while learning the ins and outs of the industry.

What We’re Looking For
&• A degree in Journalism or a related field. 
&• An excellent command of the English language (written and spoken).
&• Sharp attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
&• A positive, proactive attitude.
&• Natural curiosity and an instinct for finding newsworthy angles.
&• Outgoing and comfortable with networking in industry spaces.
&• A commitment to meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

This internship is designed to equip you with newsroom experience and industry exposure. The primary focus is on developing foundational journalism skills.

Please submit:
&• Your CV
&• An unedited piece of your own writing
&• A short paragraph explaining why you want this position and why you're a strong candidate

Company Description

Now Media (Pty) Ltd, the largest travel trade publisher in Africa, has been committed to promoting travel and trade in the Southern African region since 1953. Based in Illovo, Johannesburg, Now Media prides itself on being an innovator of cutting-edge promotional products for the freight, travel and tourism industries.

The company is generally seen as a positive workplace by current and past staff members.

Posted on 07 Feb 15:01, Closing date 8 Apr