Looking for journalism internships in Boston? Pitch your stories to HorizonMass and get paid to build your portfolio!
Why Intern with HorizonMass?
HorizonMass, the Boston Institute for Nonprofit Journalism’s (BINJ) independent news outlet, is seeking student journalists and recent grads to join our dynamic internship program.
- Who We Are: A statewide, digital magazine that digs deep into government transparency, the environment, law enforcement, and more.
- What You’ll Do: Publish hard-hitting stories with the potential for syndication across Massachusetts through our MassWire news service.
- Why It Matters: Gain professional bylines, earn $100 per article, and work on impactful stories that make a difference.
Two Tracks to Join Our Journalism Internship
We’ve introduced an extra spicy track alongside our original internship path to better accommodate students with a passion for storytelling.
Original Track
- Apply through email or platforms like Handshake.
- Interview with us to showcase your talent and interest.
Extra Spicy Track
- Designed for students already contributing to school or professional news outlets.
- Pitch directly to us and start creating impactful journalism right away.
How to Apply for the HorizonMass Internship
Follow these simple steps to pitch your story idea and join our program:
- Write a brief introduction about yourself.
- Outline one story idea you’d like to write for HorizonMass.
- Attach your resume and links to three published clips (one class paper is ok).
- Email everything to internships@binj.news with the subject line: “EXTRA SPICY PITCH.”
What We’re Looking For
HorizonMass is interested in:
- Short features
- Documentaries
- Interviews
- Advance pieces
Our interns cover stories from across Massachusetts, from Boston to Provincetown, Great Barrington to North Adams.
Why This Internship Is a Game-Changer
- Get Paid: Earn $100 for every published story.
- Boost Your Career: Add professional clips and get listed on the HorizonMass masthead.
- Unmatched Experience: Work on bold, original stories you won’t tackle elsewhere as a student.
Even if your pitch isn’t accepted at first, we’ll guide you on improving it—because BINJ’s mission is to train the next generation of journalists.
FAQ About HorizonMass Editorial Internships
Q: Who can apply?
A: Current students, recent grads, and foreign students interested in journalism.
Q: What topics can I write about?
A: Anything relevant to Massachusetts, including government, environment, education, and culture.
Q: How much will I earn?
A: We pay $100 per published piece.
Ready to Start? Pitch Us Today!
Submit your application to internships@binj.news and begin your journey as a HorizonMass reporter. Questions? Email us for more details.
HorizonMass is proud to support the next generation of journalists. Pass this opportunity on to friends and classmates who may be interested.
