Science and Technology Writing Intern
PreScouter is offering a paid internship for current journalism students or those who recently finished their degree. This is an outstanding opportunity for a beginning science journalist to dive into cutting edge issues in science and technology while developing writing, researching, fact checking and general editorial skills. This 6 month paid internship has a 20 hour-per-week minimum requirement. This position is fully remote. You can work from anywhere while collaborating with PreScouter team members around the world.
ABOUT PRESCOUTER
PreScouter is a science and technology consulting start-up based in Chicago, with team members worldwide. We help industry leaders (including Amgen, Boston Pharmaceuticals, Mattel, Coca-Cola, BASF, GE, GM, Gulfstream, Toshiba and many more) quickly up to speed on new technologies and find solutions to their pressing technical problems. The PreScouter Journal, our award-winning blog about science, technology and innovation is read by over 24,000 industry leaders every month. As a start-up we are always growing and there is an opportunity for the right person to transition to a permanent position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist editors and writers with research and fact checking; contact scientists, press officers, and company representatives to track down and verify information and supporting materials for white papers, blog posts and client reports.
- Conduct interviews with scientists and industry leaders to for inclusion in blog posts, and client reports.
- Research, report and write blog posts for the PreScouter Journal.
- Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering with experience writing for a general audience
OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or Similar with experience in science and technology
- (Students currently completing their degrees with appropriate skills and experience will be considered.)
Experience
- A background or strong interest in reporting and writing about science and technology.
- Experience calling and conducting interviews is a strong plus.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
Please submit a résumé and cover letter describing your interest in this position.
NOTE: Due to the competitive nature of the internship, you may be asked to take a writing test and provide the names of two references if you are a finalist.