Managing Editor Internship
Job Description
Light Knowledge Resources is looking for interns interested in exploring the field of science writing and editing. Interns will act as managing editors for Light's health-related websites. These internships are unpaid positions offering excellent experience for applicants interested in health- or science-related writing or editorial careers.
As managing editors, interns will be responsible for managing a team of 7-10 writers and editors. Specific responsibilities include setting up and distributing writing/editing schedules on a weekly basis, searching news alerts and journals for material to be covered by the team, and distributing writing assignments.
In addition, the managing editor will make post-publication edits to the articles, respond to writers' and editors' questions, and be available for general troubleshooting. This position will be critical for ensuring timely publication of news, a smooth collaboration within the team, and the overall appearance of the website.
Hours of work are flexible, and interns can work from home or school. Managing editors should be available 1-2 hours each day for sending out assignments and be able to check email periodically throughout the day. In total, managing editors will be expected to work about 10 hours per week.
Job Qualifications
Applicants for these internships should have excellent organizational skills, experience with leading a team, be able to work independently, and possess a history of strong academic performance (3.4 GPA minimum). Experience writing or editing science- or health-related news is a plus, but is not required. Applicants must have access to a computer with Internet access and are expected to intern for more than a single semester.
How to Apply
Anyone interested in one of the above internship positions should send a resume including GPA and SAT/GRE scores, and a letter describing why you are interested and what type of experience you have, to .
Recent Experiences
Working as managing editor and writer for The Myeloma Beacon gave me invaluable experience in conveying complex scientific and medical news to a patient audience. Serving as managing editor gave me the unique opportunity to strengthen leadership skills by managing fellow interns and directing the content on the site. I would recommend this internship to any students interested in career possibilities outside the laboratory or those who wish to strengthen their writing skills.
Emily Cole, Myeloma Beacon Managing Editor and Writer
Princeton University, Graduate Student
Working as a Managing Editor on a Beacon site has been an amazing experience. I highly recommend this position to anyone seriously interested in science writing or editing as a career. As Managing Editor, I've guided a team of writers and editors, interviewed scientists and written articles, edited and shaped content, and helped my team understand and convey science to a broader audience. Even more, I've had a direct impact on creating and developing a website, which is an experience I would not have had anywhere else. Thanks to my internship as a Managing Editor, I've made the decision to pursue science writing as a career, and now have the skills and experience I need to make it happen.
Courtney McQueen, AIDS Beacon Managing Editor
Princeton University, Graduate Student