Political Correspondent Intern (Volunteer)

Department: NHSC News — Writing Division

Desk: Politics & Government Desk

Status: Unpaid Volunteer Internship

Position Summary

• Support NHSC News as a volunteer writer/editor while gaining practical experience in research, newsroom workflow, editorial revision, source evaluation, and digital publishing.

Reporting

• Reports to the Category Editor, if appointed, and the Editor-in-Chief; remains subject to the Media Executive and Media Advisor chain of authority.

Responsibilities

•  Research and draft articles on government, legislation, public policy, elections, and political developments within approved assignments.

•  Maintain heightened accuracy for candidate names, offices, election status, quotations, and official records.

• Flag candidate-related advocacy or possible nonprofit compliance issues before publication.

Preferred Qualifications

•  Strong written communication and willingness to accept substantive edits.

•  Ability to distinguish factual claims from commentary and preserve source links.

•  Reliable communication and ability to use the NHSC News staff portal.

•  Commitment to confidentiality, professional conduct, and NHSC governing requirements.

Volunteer Terms

• This is an unpaid volunteer internship. It does not promise wages, benefits, academic credit, or future employment. Selected volunteers must complete the Writing Division MOU, acknowledge the NHSC Constitution and General Bylaws and NHSCR 30-1, comply with applicable youth-protection requirements, and sign the NHSC NDA when issued or required. All articles must use the official editorial workflow; interns do not receive independent publishing authority.

Application

• Submit a short statement of interest, a writing sample if available, relevant experience, availability, and any other materials requested by the Internship Director. Additional screening or parent/guardian documentation may be required where applicable.