The Harpswell Anchor is seeking a news intern for the 2026 summer break. This 12-week internship, with pay and housing, offers an opportunity to gain real-world experience and mentorship from a team of veteran journalists.
Junior standing in a postsecondary journalism program and experience from a past internship and/or student journalism is preferred for this competitive internship. Students of multimedia journalism and photojournalism are encouraged to apply.
The intern will assist with the Anchor’s news coverage. They will report on community events, write features and contribute to coverage of local government. They may work on social media and special projects, staff Anchor events and complete miscellaneous tasks as needed.
The Harpswell Anchor is a nonprofit community news organization with an award-winning website and monthly print edition. The news team includes two full-time journalists and numerous freelancers and volunteers.
The intern will receive free housing, Maine’s minimum wage of $15.10 per hour for up to 40 hours per week, and mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate of 72.5 cents per mile. The successful applicant must have a driver’s license and reliable vehicle, and must be available nights and weekends. Start and end dates negotiable.
To apply, email a resume and two samples each of photography and writing to Editor J.W. Oliver at joliver@harpswellanchor.org. The deadline for applications is March 6.
