Since 1977, the NJC has forged some of the most influential and impactful voices in political media.
12-WEEK PAID PLACEMENT IN WASHINGTON, DC, MEDIA
NJC is an intense apprenticeship program aimed at aspiring political writers who want to overturn the status quo through fearless and relentless reporting of the truth.
Students spend the bulk of their week working inside newsrooms selected for them based on skills and interests. Potential placements include National Review, The Federalist, Daily Wire, Washington Post Opinion, Newsmax, Daily Caller and more. Mediums range from digital print and broadcasting to podcasts and social media curation.
Every Friday, they’ll gather at YAF Headquarters to receive actionable tips, tricks and tradecraft from some of the top operators in the political media landscape.
NJC students also get to partake in a capstone reporting project through the six-week Investigative-Team training bloc.
The internship is full-time, five days a week, every spring and summer. NJC provides a generous $1500 tax free stipend, plus fully paid housing scholarships for a total compensation package of $10,000 for qualified applicants.
Apply now to see if you have what it takes to make a difference.
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.
No “coffee getters” here. Based on the news outlet you’re placed with, this is the internship to get your first byline, broadcasting gig, or podcast training.
PAID INTERNSHIPS
$1,500 monthly stipend with fully paid housing scholarships. Plus, you’ll have a lot of fun.
WEEKLY SEMINARS
Off-the-record briefings and exclusive Q&As with top-tier journalists, public policy experts, and distinguished editors.
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
The Dao Prize
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.
Timothy P. Carney