What are the responsibilities and job description for the News Intern - Fort Worth Star-Telegram position at McClatchy?
Gain education and professional experience working alongside reporters and editors in our newsroom as a news intern at the award-winning Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing cities in the country and is the 11th largest city in the United States. Its population is diverse, with about 35% of the population Hispanic or Latino, over 18% Black and about 5% Asian, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The Star-Telegram is committed to better representing the diverse North Texas communities we cover and to building an inclusive newsroom for staffers of all backgrounds. We encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people and people with disabilities.
Requirements include an ability to meet deadlines, availability to work some nights and weekends and a basic understanding of news standards and ethics.
Other requirements include:
- Accuracy
- Ability to write quickly
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Manage several assignments at once
- Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance.
To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, references, 6 examples of your work that show the breadth and depth of your reporting and writing abilities. Incomplete applications may not be given full consideration.
Deadline: Dec. 5, 2025
About McClatchy:
The McClatchy Media Company features a portfolio of vibrant and trusted news, lifestyle, entertainment brands and a robust retail distribution network. Our iconic local news brands such as the Miami Herald, The Kansas City Star and The Sacramento Bee, have collectively earned a total of 57 Pulitzer prizes and are complemented by popular lifestyle and entertainment brands such as Us Weekly and Woman’s World. Together, our brands reach more than 100 million unique visitors a month,The McClatchy Retail Network, our distribution and logistics arm, offers delivery to more than 56,000 retail locations weekly.
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