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National Journalism Center

Since 1977, the National Journalism Center has trained aspiring journalists in the values of substantive, bold, and well-informed reporting.

12-Week Paid Journalism Internship in Washington, DC

NJC offers an intense, 12-week in-person paid internship in the nation’s capital, training aspiring journalists in the fundamentals of accurate, fearless, and relentless reporting.

Monday through Thursday, interns are placed in a working newsroom, matched with print, broadcast, or online media outlets based on their interests and skills. Potential placements include the Hill, the Federalist, the Washington Examiner, National Review, the Daily Wire, and many more.

Every Friday, students will gather at YAF Headquarters for off-the-record briefings with top-tier journalists, public policy experts, and distinguished editors. The internship combines on-the-job training, once-weekly seminars, and one-on-one mentorship for investigative projects — fully initiating students into the journalism world, if you’re up for the challenge.

The internship is full-time, five days a week, every spring and summer. NJC provides a generous $1,500 tax-free monthly stipend, plus 20 fully paid housing scholarships for qualified candidates.

Apply now to secure your spot!

WHILE THE MEDIA ESTABLISHMENT GROOMS ITS NEXT GENERATION, WE’RE TRAINING A DIFFERENT KIND OF JOURNALIST — GUIDED BY THE SAME INDEPENDENCE THAT BUILT OUR NATION.

STORM THE BREACH

Spring 2026: January 12-April 13

Summer 2026: May 26-August 21

Paid Internships

Spring and summer internship opportunities with a monthly stipend.

On-the-Job Training

Experience gained in working at the nation’s leading media outlets.

Weekly Seminars

Talks and workshops with prominent journalists and public policy experts.

Why Students Choose NJC

“I would recommend NJC to anyone who has a passion for policy, media, and following the news.”

University of Michigan

“I have learned more about journalism this summer than during my entire college career thus far.”

Mississippi State University

Being a part of the National Journalism Center has furthered my passion to pursue a career in journalism.

North Carolina AT&T University

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The Dao Prize, funded by the Daofeng and Angela Foundation and launched in conjunction with YAF’s National Journalism Center, is an annual award founded to recognize excellence in investigative journalism. Dao Prize-winning journalism stands out for accuracy and courage.

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Campus Activism

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Young Americans for Freedom

Center for Entrepreneurship

National Journalism Center

Reagan Ranch

Reagan Boyhood Home

Campus Lectures & Activism

Defending Student Rights

Middle School Programs

High School Programs

College Programs

YAF on Capitol Hill

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All Media

Articles

Videos

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About Us

Staff Members

Our Boards

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