Writing Internship
Job Description
Light Knowledge Resources is looking for interns interested in exploring the field of science writing.
Interns will develop and write content for Light's health-related websites. Since we are a small company, our interns are fully involved in the process, including reading the literature, writing and revising articles, and publishing to the sites.
These internships are unpaid positions offering excellent experience for applicants pursuing health care-related careers or careers in health- or science-related writing / journalism.
Hours of work are flexible, and interns can work from home or school. Interns will work in 7-10 member teams responsible for researching, writing, updating, and editing content for their site. Articles for the websites will be 200-450 words in length. Interns will be expected to work 7-10 hours per week for more than a single semester or 20 hours per week if they wish to work for only the summer.
Job Qualifications
Applicants for these internships should have excellent writing skills, an interest in science, be able to work independently, and possess a history of strong academic performance (3.4 GPA minimum). Applicants also will need access to a computer with Internet access. Relevant experience is desired, but all enthusiastic applicants are encouraged to apply.
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
This has above all been a valuable science writing experience. The staff is incredibly responsive to our strengths and needs, and they have put together a meaningful and well-organized program that's challenging in the best of ways.
Lauren Wang, Myeloma Beacon Writer
Princeton University, 2008
Working at LKR and writing for The Myeloma Beacon has been a rewarding internship because it gave me the chance to share significant scientific news with those who need to know it. I find motivation to write articles because I know I am contributing to a project that relays important information and has potential to change lives.
Amrita Purohit, Myeloma Beacon Writer
Rutgers University
My experience as a Writing Intern for the AIDS Beacon has taught me a great deal not only about writing, but also about HIV and AIDS. This program combined my interests in science and writing through the unique experience of developing a Web site. I would recommend this internship to anyone interested in a health or journalism career.
Meerat Oza, AIDS Beacon Writer
Rutgers University
When I first found out about the Writing Internship with LKR, I was curious about whether a Biochemistry major with an interest in science writing would fit in with a writing/editing team for a web site. After joining the LKR team, I found a great way to combine my science knowledge and my love of writing in a way that will go on to benefit the HIV/AIDS public. And the best part is, I can work from my college apartment on my own schedule! This experience is going to be invaluable for my future career and grad school goals.
Abby Horstmann, AIDS Beacon Writer
Penn State University