News Photography Intern

Role: News Photography Intern

Location: Washington D.C.

Internship Dates: May to December

We are searching for an emerging news photographer who demonstrates a willingness to progress in their craft and an ability to capture the dynamic news environment through their unique perspective.

You are a professional with under 3 years of experience who is passionate about storytelling through photography. You are interested in working with some of the most recognized news photographers and editors in the industry and want to pursue a career in the field.

This opportunity is a paid eight month internship taking place from May 2026 through December 2026 in our Washington DC bureau. 

We recognize that the barriers to entry to professional photography are high therefore we have created an opportunity where enthusiastic and committed photographers are supported. 

Regardless of current equipment status, we will provide you with a full Canon kit for the duration of your internship (e.g., camera, accessories, lenses) as well as a laptop, mifi and iPhone.

While we welcome all applicants, we recognize that people of color and those with intersectional identities are underrepresented in photography and especially encourage them to apply.

You will join a team of highly collaborative and talented photographers, videographers and editors.

During this eight month opportunity as a member of the Getty Images’ News team, you will train on all facets of the editorial imagery business, including but not limited to:

• Capturing editorial content (photography and videography) from various assignments


• Solo assignments as well as group assignments with editing support


• Editorial still & video workflow and technique  

Some of the learning objectives of the Internship are as follows:

• Access, exposure to, and collaboration with some of the world's leading photojournalists and editors


• Train on our proprietary workflow software as well as industry standard tools for editing and transmitting photography on deadline


• Observe and practice live content capture, editing, distribution and asset management of stills and footage

We ask that you are open to working as part of a team of photographers and editors, work with a sense of urgency and that you take direction and feedback well.

You understand that this job requires flexibility on your schedule and that assignments occurring on nights and weekends are often possible.

• Cover letter with 1000 words on what you hope to gain from the Getty Images News Internship


• Link to an online portfolio


• Links to Instagram and other image based social media handles (not in place of a portfolio)

• Frequent communication with others to exchange information (Required)


• Occasionally moving objects up to 40 lbs. and frequently moving objects up to 20 lbs (Required)


• Frequent sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing; Time of each will vary (Required)


• Constant operation of computer and frequent usage of other office machinery (Required)


• Frequent repetition of motions and gestures that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers (Required)


• Constant assessment of accuracy and thoroughness of the work assignment. (Required)


• Regularly operating technology


• Potential for regional domestic US travel


• Performing role functions in a loud and noisy environment


• Performing role functions in outdoor elements that may involve low and elevated temperatures, precipitation, and wind


• Performing role functions in the presence of bright/flashing lights

There’s a story in every picture, a narrative in every frame. 

We believe in the power of visuals. As a leading visual content creator, our three brands–Getty Images, iStock, and Unsplash–offer a full range of content solutions to meet the needs of any customer, whatever their size, location, or budget. Whether the goal is commercial or philanthropic, revenue-generating or society-changing, market-disrupting or headline-driving, our visuals help any brand, business, or organization communicate more effectively with their target audience and urge them to action. In other words, we know how powerful an image or video can be—and that it can move the world. 

Working at Getty Images 

Our goal is to be one of the best places to work globally, which means we’re dedicated to providing experiences and resources that allow you to do your best work. Foundational to our culture are our Leadership Principles, which are the shared values that guide how we come together to do our work. We raise the bar and collectively bring solutions while exercising trust, transparency, and care. We actively reject biased behavior and are inclusive of different voices, perspectives, and experiences. We focus on our customers and deliver on our commitments and commercial goals. 

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that prioritizes delivering results efficiently and using time wisely, so that all employees can achieve balance between commitments to the company and health and well-being in our lives. We value the importance of rest and recovery ranging from company-paid holidays to time away from work.

Our employees’ growth, development, belonging, and engagement are important investments. We offer learning experiences ranging from leadership development, diversity and inclusion training, mentoring programs, a high potential program, and professional and skills development. We prioritize staying connected in our hybrid-working world and encourage participation in global morale events and local gatherings, as well as finding community in one or more of our Employee Resource Groups. Learning about our business is paramount, and our open and transparent culture means you’ll have direct access to experts and senior leaders via open forums, all hands, and content hours. 

Getty Images believes that diversity is critical to our success in moving the world and is committed to creating an inclusive, mutually respectful environment that celebrates diversity. We seek to hire based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Getty Images is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.