Digital/Web AJC Intern - Summer 2025

Company

Cox Enterprises

Business Operations

Intern – Functional

Individual ContributorNo remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Yes, 5% of the time

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $21.49 - $32.26/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

The AJC’s Digital/Web interns will learn to cultivate and grow audiences through social media, content curation/creation, and more. Throughout the course of the internship, interns will have the opportunity to experiment in a variety of areas depending on their skills and interests. We are looking for an intern who has skills in writing content for online platforms.

The AJC Programming team encompasses multiple areas including social media, platforms (ajc.com and app), optimization/SEO, and newsletters. 

What You’ll Do 

• Producers for the social team work on the execution of our strategy across our social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram
• Producers for the platforms team work on the AJC website crafting headlines, visual packages and more, to ensure that we are presenting our top news to our audience in the best manner possible and driving engagement
• Producers on our optimization team work to provide headlines, packaging and presentation, cross-linking and more to ensure that we are presenting our top news to our audience in the best manner possible and driving engagement

Who You Are 

You’re ready to learn and ready to grow. You’re excited to join a company that gives you a voice, supports your development, and respects your time and talent. You have the following skills and qualifications: 

• Currently, a college student pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Journalism, Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, Advertising
• We also accept applications from those who have graduated within six months of the start of the summer internship
• Strong preference for applicants who have worked on campus media content and/or had previous professional news internship
• Ability to adapt to change and work effectively in ambiguity
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills 
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organization skills
• Computer skills, which include Microsoft Office suite and online research ability  

Your Application Materials need to include:

• Cover letter including:
  • A short note (no more than 300 words) on why you want to be in journalism
  • How an internship at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution will help you pursue your goal
• Resume
• Three links, PDFs or other samples of your best work

Please upload your resume, cover letter and clips at the same time

Intern/Co-Op sessions are considered temporary employment. No full-time employment commitments are made. However, depending on our business needs, some interns may be considered for a full-time position following the conclusion of the session conditioned upon the intern graduating from their academic program and being available to commence full-time employment at a specified time.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. 

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that’s driven by those who want to make their mark. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.