Reference: 39291
Date Added: 12 March 2013
Closing Date: 12 April 2013
Job Title: Intern
Working For: PoliticsHome
Location: London
Salary: Travel expenses only
Length of Contract:
Job Details
PoliticsHome.com, the leading political news site, is offering the opportunity of a three-month internship (expenses only) in our growing news team.
Launched in 2008, PoliticsHome provides comprehensive, up-to the minute coverage of all aspects of British politics, seven days a week.
This is a unique chance for an aspiring political journalist to gain real work experience in the heart of Westminster.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate:
- The ability to write well, quickly and concisely
- An excellent level of UK political knowledge
- Familiarity with the leading political opinion-formers and commentators
- A good instinct for spotting breaking news and fresh developments
- The ability to work well under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Candidates should also be flexible on working hours which will include some early mornings and weekends.
W4MP Note:
The role being advertised is a voluntary one. As such, there are no set hours and responsibilities and you should be free to come and go as you wish. If the post demands set hours and/or has a specific job description you may be deemed to be a ‘worker’ and be covered by National Minimum Wage/National Living Wage legislation. See http://www.w4mp.org/jobs-listings-events/jobs/
advertising-jobs-with-w4mp/volunteers/what-is-the-national-minimum-wage/ for more information about National Minimum Wage/National Living Wage.
Closing Date: 12 April 2013
Interview/Start Dates
Early applications are appreciated, and an appointment may be made before the closing date.
Application Details
Please email hr@politicshome.com with a CV and a covering letter.
Website: http://www.politicshome.com
Additional Notes
24 March: ad removed early as post has now been filled.
22 March: slight amendment to the final comment in the Job Details section.