AJC Archives Intern - Summer 2026

Job Description The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is proud to offera paid summer internship for an Archives Intern. This internship provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced, modern newsroom serving audiences acrossAtlanta,Georgia,and theSouth.Program Details12-week program, mid-May through early August 2026In-office,based in our Midtownoffice in AtlantaInterns should expect to work theFourth of Julyweekend and occasionaladditionalweekendsInternships are temporary positions; no full-time employment is guaranteedApplication MaterialsPleasesubmitthe following materials:1. Resume2. Cover letter - In your cover letter, please include the following items. This should all be submitted in one attachment. Short statement (about300 words)on why you want to pursue journalismHow an AJC internship supports your goalsThreelinks,PDFsorsamples of your workTwo references with contact informationArchives InternThe AJC Archives Internship is designed for graduate students pursuing a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS). This internship provides hands-on archival experience within a major modern newsroom and focuses primarily on processing and preserving the AJC’s physical archives. This role is ideal for a student who is passionate about archival work, preservation and the stewardship of journalistic history.What You’ll DoProcess and organize AJC’s current physical archival collectionsApply archival best practices, including More Product, Less Process (MPLP) principlesCreate and update finding aids and descriptive metadataAssess materials for preservation and long-term storageWork independently on assigned projects with guidance from newsroom leadershipSupport ongoing archival initiatives and special collections projectsQualificationsCurrent MLIS graduate student requiredWe also accept applicants who have graduated within six months of the internship start dateStrong preference for applicants with experience in campus archives, special collections, libraries or previous archival rolesFamiliarity with basic archival practices, including MPLPExcellent time management skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionComfortable working in a fast-paced newsroom environmentDon’t miss out on the first steps toward your future. Apply today! BenefitsBenefits 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.About UsAs 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. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

Created: 2026-04-03