PAID LDS Living Writing Internship (Fall 2017)

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
LDS Living magazine is looking for a writing intern who is comfortable with writing about Mormon news and culture, someone who wants experience writing a variety of styles, and someone who wants experience working for a professional publication. As a part-time, paid internship, the hours would be flexible (15-30 hours a week), but we want someone who is dedicated and willing to learn. There are no glorified coffee (or hot chocolate) fetchers here. We give our interns practical experience with news, opinion, and blog writing that will reach an audience of hundreds of thousands.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
LDS Living magazine, a division of Deseret Book, is a bi-monthly magazine and daily online blog that aims to inform, entertain, and inspire. We address issues that are relevant to Mormons and celebrate our unique culture. We complement, rather than focus on, spiritual issues and strive to support the lifestyle and beliefs of our readers.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
Applicants should be working toward a degree in English, Writing, or Journalism or have recently graduated with a major or minor in these areas. This internship requires solid writing and interviewing skills as well as experience in journalistic and online writing.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This is a paid internship opportunity ($10/hr) that requires approximately 20-30 hours per week during regular business hours. The internship is available to start immediately and will end after the conclusion of 15 weeks.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Apply online at https://deseretbook.applicantpro.com/ and send cover letter, resume, and 2-3 writing samples to Andrea Barker at abarker@deseretbook.com .

BENEFITS:
Merchandise discount, great work environment, and an excellent internship experience. Academic credit is available as arranged by the student through their college or university.

Apply HERE