Daily Newspapers Internships

BRISTOL - Bristol Herald Courier
The Bristol Herald Courier offers two paid internships during the summer. They run 12 weeks each beginning mid May. We prefer the prospective intern to have at least one year of college newspaper experience or a prior internship with another newspaper. Herald Courier interns will average at least three news and/or feature bylines a week in a working, learning environment. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and clips to Todd Foster, Managing Editor, Bristol Herald Courier, 320 Morrison Blvd., Bristol, VA 24201
Phone: (276) 645-2513; E-mail: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)




FREDERICKSBURG - The Free Lance-Star
Join The Free Lance-Star during your summer break for an unforgettable learning experience! This award-winning daily newspaper is seeking motivated and talented young journalists to apply for their summer internship program.  News Reporting interns cover news and feature stories, conduct research and have stories published in various sections of the newspaper. Interns receive close editing and feedback from various Editors.   
This 10-week summer internship offers the opportunity for a young journalist to work for a well-established daily newspaper with deep roots in a historic community. The paid internship is open to rising juniors, seniors and graduating college seniors.
To apply, send a cover letter, résumé, telephone numbers of at least three professional references, and 5 to 10 clips or classroom writing samples to:
The Free Lance-Star
ATTN: Human Resources
616 Amelia Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Email:  (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Please include a SASE for the return of portfolio materials.

PULASKI - The Southwest Times
The Southwest Times offers 1-5 unpaid internships in advertising, editorial, photography and technical support throughout the year. Interns are generally allowed to work in their chosen areas. Since internships are not paid positions, hours and days, etc. are liberal. Established successful internship relationship with Radford University and Virginia Tech. We also offer scholarship opportunities for juniors and seniors in college, if that can be worked in as well. Call or write JIM PERRY, The Southwest Times, P.O. Box 391, Pulaski, VA 24301; (540) 980-5220. E-mail: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Application deadline is ongoing.