News Intern, City & State New York

About City & State

City & State New York is the premier media organization dedicated to covering local and state politics and policy. Our in-depth political profiles, election trackers, scoops and analyses are essential to New York’s leaders. We offer round-the-clock coverage through our award-winning commentary, weekly publications, daily newsletters and events.

The Role

City & State is seeking a curious, independent and driven editorial intern to join our editorial team. From day one, you’ll take on serious stories about the people who call the shots in New York. Previous interns have covered election night parties, broken news about missing money for pre-K providers, and written lively political analysis that’s become the talk of City Hall. You’ll be part of the team as we continue to cover Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration and the next state legislative session, and you’ll be an essential voice in editorial discussions and pitch meetings.

In addition to writing for City & State, you will contribute to City & State’s vertical covering the influential nonprofit industry in New York. NYN Media, a sister publication to City & State, is the must-read news source for New York’s nonprofit leaders, providing robust coverage of the sector through its website and newsletter.

This is a part time (12-20 hours per week), paid, three-month internship beginning in late January 2027. Interns typically work in our lower Manhattan office, but the position allows for some hybrid flexibility. Tri-state applicants will be given priority, and applications will be considered in the order they are received.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, report and write stories covering New York City and state politics
• Support reporters and editors with research on long-term projects
• Cover in-person events such as press conferences, hearings and rallies

Qualifications

• Passion for New York politics
• Passion for writing and journalism
• Attention to detail and receptiveness to feedback
• Politics or journalism major is a plus

To Apply

Please include a resume, cover letter and two samples of writing and/or journalism work with your application. Please apply no later than Nov. 20, 2026.

Commitment to Shared Values

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• Soul of Entrepreneurship
• Culture of Inclusion
• Force of Ideas
• Spirit of Generosity

About GovExec

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Working at GovExec

At GovExec, we believe that a new era of work -- particularly when, where, and how it gets done -- has arrived. We are building a hybrid workplace that allows for greater freedom and flexibility while also fostering a collaborative culture, no matter where you are working. GovExec offers permanent remote work in 20+ states across the US, as well as the option to work out of one of our offices based in Washington DC, New York or Connecticut. GovExec also offers a range of great benefits including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Open time off policy
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave
• Supportive, collaborative teams
• Unique opportunity to help government officials from a private sector company
• Expansive learning and development opportunities

Commitment to Shared Values

GovExec recruits talent for four salient attributes or qualities:

• Soul of Entrepreneurship
• Culture of Inclusion
• Force of Ideas
• Spirit of Generosity

This internship pays $20 per hour.

Government Executive Media Group, Inc. and its affiliates ("GovExec") are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.