Solitary Watch Spring Internship
Solitary Watch offers interns an opportunity to gain reporting, research, and outreach skills while working on an important domestic human rights issue. Individuals with a background or interest in journalism, law, and criminal justice, including formerly incarcerated individuals and others directly impacted by the criminal justice system, are especially encouraged to apply, as are those interested in utilizing media to advance social justice.
We are happy to fulfill the supervision requirements of any college internship program.
Description of Work:
Interns conduct research, create original content for Solitary Watch, and assist in building the reach and readership of the site. Along with minimal routine administrative work, interns will generally have the opportunity to:
• Report and draft at least one original news story
• Assist with research and reporting for investigative projects
• Research and draft fact sheets and material for reports
• Research and update resources on solitary confinement
• Update databases and mailing lists
• Correspond with people in prison
• Conduct outreach using social media
• Attend briefings and panel discussions
• Help coordinate the Photo Requests from Solitary project
Requirements:
• Ability to work independently and see projects through from beginning to end (essential!)
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interest in human rights / civil liberties / criminal justice issues
• Excellent writing and online research skills
• Basic web posting and social media skills (no coding)
• Own computer and cell phone
• Reporting experience and/or video or graphic design skills a plus
Application Process:
Please email your resume, a cover letter stating why you are interested in this internship, one writing sample, and contact information for one reference to Jean Casella at jcasella@solitarywatch.org.
