Internships

Welcome!

Join the next class of MRC interns!

Our Summer applications are now closed.

All further applications will be deferred to Fall 2021.

The Fall 2021 Internship dates are September 13th - December 3rd.

Our competitive internship program provides the on-the-job training needed to succeed in a variety of career paths.

Interns in all divisions will work side-by-side with leading conservative journalists and play an active role in accomplishing the MRC’s mission.

Apply today!

To apply for an internship, complete the online application and include your resume, cover letter, and two writing samples in your submission. If you have questions, email Cari Lancaster (clancaster@mrc.org).

The Media Research Center offers many internship opportunities. Find a division best suited to your skills and interest.

For example, if you are selected to intern in the News Analysis Division, here is an example what your resume could look like at the end of your internship:

							
News Analysis Intern

								News Analysis Division, NewsBusters.org, Media Research Center - Reston, VA

							Summer 2019


							
    
								
  • Monitored and analyzed over 200 media sources—performing fact-checking and assessing bias
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  • Wrote 15 blog posts for the conservative blog, NewsBusters--which has a reach of over 1.5 million website visits per month, a Facebook following of over 2.7 million, and more than 168+ Twitter followers
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  • Authored a content piece that received over 300k clicks, and was picked up by FoxNews, Drudge Report, and The Mark Levin Show
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  • Contributed to the News Analysis Division’s 2018 major research project
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  • Networked with Media Research Center staff and fellow interns to build professional relationships
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In addition to adding to your resume, as an MRC intern you will enjoy:

  • Intern lunches with MRC Founder and President, Brent Bozell, conservative guest speakers, and members of senior staff
  • Professional development opportunities to get feedback on resume, interview strategies, and managing your social media presence

Did we mention that this is a PAID internship?

The ideal intern candidate will have excellent writing skills, a proven ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, and a positive attitude. Candidates will also have completed, or be working toward, an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; they will have an awareness of current events/media and a holistic understanding of conservative principles.

Internships are full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm for a total of 12 weeks. While this is the commitment we ask for, we have flexibility to accommodate class schedules and/or other scheduling conflicts.

“I will always be grateful to CNSNews for giving me an opportunity, and helping launch my career. At a time during the abysmal Obama-Biden economy, with no clips to my name, CNS gave me a shot to go out, learn, and succeed. Giving young conservatives a chance has had an immeasurable impact in the fight to uphold America’s founding principles.”

Elizabeth Harrington
National Spokesperson
Republican National Committee
CNSNews Intern — 2011

“Know your enemy. That’s what working at the News Analysis Division (aka Newsbusters) at the Media Research Center will prepare you for when you join their fantastic internship program. The staff is open and will answer any questions you may have if any. Overall, you will just have a good time owning the liberals as they continue to be abjectly terrible in covering the Trump White House or any Republican administration. The MRC, the Newsbusters division, and the CNS News wing, which I also dabbled with when MRCTV was part of that operation, is an excellent place to get your start in the ongoing fight against the Democrat-Media complex.”

Matt Vespa
Senior Editor
Townhall.com
NewsBusters Intern — 2012

“I interned for the Media Research Center and CNS News all the way back in 2007. It was my first job in conservative journalism and provided me with the experience that convinced me I wanted to be a writer. MRC interns didn't just fetch coffee: they engaged, wrote, edited, gathered facts, accrued interviews, racked up bylines, and learned the tricks of the trade. The dedication of the MRC's editors and staff to good journalism and covering all facets of an issue was inspiring and much fairer than anything you're likely to find in the so-called mainstream press.”

Matt Purple
Senior Editor
The American Conservative
CNSNews Intern — 2007

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MRC DIVISIONS

CNSNews publishes the stories that the liberal media deliberately ignore or refuse to cover. They drive the national debate on foreign policy, national security, the economy, and social issues. CNSNews is an indispensable source of news and opinion for millions of conservative Americans.

The News Analysis Division works to expose the media’s liberal bias and radical agenda by publishing to NewsBusters.org. Through groundbreaking research projects and regular blogs, NAD analysts document and expose liberal bias that permeates the major media outlets. NewsBusters analysts and content are regularly featured on Fox News, Drudge Report, and other top sites.

 

MRCTV is the video production arm of the MRC and the leading conservative video platform. The division focuses particularly on reaching younger audiences through engaging and informative content. MRCTV develops and creates conservative viral videos in addition to producing regular commentaries and other projects for the MRC.

MRC Culture is the nation’s preeminent defender of traditional American values against the left wing media. MRC Culture is dedicated to analyzing social and cultural issues in the media — tackling Hollywood hypocrites, issues within sports, as well as attacks on the sanctity of life and religious freedom.

 

MRC Business’ mission is to defend free enterprise and promote accurate economic reporting. MRC Business analyzes the media's coverage of the economy, demonstrates the toxic influence of liberal mega-donors, and exposes liberal narrative being pushed in topics ranging from climate change to taxes.

MRC Marketing makes sure MRC’s research and campaigns get out to the public and enables the MRC to reach new audiences. They work to communicate the fight against media bias through social media, graphic design, and in-person events.

 

The work of MRC Tech is at the very heart of MRC’s mission. Tech enables the MRC to keep its technical systems up and running and supports the MRC’s state-of-the-art media tracking equipment. The Tech team keeps the MRC online so it can take on the liberal media and pushes it ever forward into the digital age.

The MRC Development team works hard to support the mission of the MRC by raising the necessary funds to ensure the MRC’s success in the fight against liberal media bias. Development keeps donors up-to-date and informed on the MRC’s latest projects and organizes MRC events all over the country.

 

The Digital Communications team is an interdisciplinary team that supports Marketing, Development, and IT efforts. The team is responsible for grassroots communications, online fundraising, newsletters and specialized communications, digital advertising, web design, and membership services.

In parallel with fellow interns at MRC NewsBusters, MRC Latino interns analyze the news programming of top U.S. Spanish-language media outlets, producing analysis in both English and Spanish. Since MRC Latino covers top U.S. Spanish-language media outlets, analysis is written in both English and Spanish. Interns are required to have proficiency in both languages.

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REQUIREMENTS

IF YOU'RE UP FOR THE CHALLENGE, THEN MRC IS THE PLACE FOR YOU!

YOU'LL NEED:

  • Excellent writing skills
  • A holistic understanding of conservative principles based on limited government, traditional values, and a strong national defense
  • A positive attitude
  • Knowledge of current political landscape and media
  • The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Team spirit, integrity, and the ability to work well with people
  • “The MRC internship program was an awesome opportunity to improve my writing skills, grow project management skills, and gain a feel for what it's like to work in an office environment. The staff here are amazing people with so much insight into both the conservative movement and their particular departments and skillsets. I definitely recommend MRC's intern program to anyone wanting to gain real on-the-job training.” Gabriela Pariseau
    Spring 2021
  • “The biggest motivator I have in life is to make an impact and I can honestly say that my experience at MRC has not only created an opportunity for me to impact but given me a platform to do so as well. The MRC is the main contributor for my choice to continue my impact in the Conservative Movement and encourage future generations to do the same as well.” Tierin-Rose Mandelburg
    Spring 2021
  • “The MRC helped me grow both personally and professionally because of the respect and responsibility interns receive and the encouraging learning environment we are in. To be able to manage social media accounts that influence the conservative movement and amplify voices the liberal media does not, was an honor and the opportunity of a lifetime.” Anjelica Jones
    Spring 2021
  • “Not many people in college can say that they have assisted in running social media platforms for one of America's leading nonprofits. There are only a handful of experiences that I have had throughout my lifetime that even come close in comparison to how impactful this fall internship has been on my life. For that reason, I am eternally grateful and would recommend this experience to everyone!” Audrey Wikan
    Fall 2020
  • “My internship at the MRC was full of great opportunities and learning experiences. I have so much to look forward to because I was able to evaluate my skillset to advance in the industry. The internship program is run by great individuals who care about your future successes, and I was able to establish meaningful friendships with many of the interns who I will lead successful careers in the future.” Donta Smith
    Fall 2020
  • “The MRC puts you on the ground running. By my second day of work, I published two articles and got a quote from a US Senator. This internship teaches you how to be a reporter, a writer, and a thinker.” Lucy Collins
    Fall 2020
  • “I learned so much about what it takes to be a journalist in a competitive market and was treated like an actual reporter at CNSNews — not just an intern. Not only that, but I was able to be a reporter on Capitol Hill. Being able to attend press briefings and hearings — things I had seen only on TV — was so surreal. I am so thankful for the opportunities I have been given as an intern for the MRC and I will never forget the things I learned here. Thank you MRC! ” Bailey Duran
    Summer 2020
  • “Not many people can say they have worked at America's leading media watchdog, but I have been blessed to have that opportunity at the Media Research Center. I worked with an incredible team that always prioritized my success and strengthened my skills as a writer and young professional! I would recommend the program to any young conservative looking to spread the message of truth and liberty.” Clay Robinson
    Summer 2020
  • “Interning with the MRC was very much a broadening of horizons for me. I already had a talent for writing and research, a passion for conservative ideas, and a basic understanding of the need for responsible, unbiased journalism. MRC took all that, and transformed it from raw materials into a skillset that I will carry with me throughout the rest of my life. I am very grateful to all those who helped me along the way, and I hope MRC continues to successfully conduct its mission as America's media watchdog.” Daniel Montanaro
    Spring 2020
  • “The Media Research Center Internship is perfect for any young professional who wants to seek the truth. I’m glad to be part of a team who strives to bring the truth to Americans, even through the Spanish-language Media.” Alex Reyes
    Spring 2020 & Summer 2019
  • “I have learned a great deal here at the MRC and the experience has been nothing short of excellent. Extremely grateful to have been chosen for the intern program.” Thomas Ali
    Fall 2019
  • “Immensely grateful for the opportunity the MRC has given me!” Gus Little
    Fall 2019
  • “Being granted the opportunity to be a crusader for the truth and play a small role in debunking the Democratic powerhouse that is the mainstream media has been the honor of a lifetime. The MRC will go down in history as being the peoples' publication.” Aiden Jackson
    Summer & Fall 2019
  • “The MRC has given me the incredible opportunity to shed light on the media's tacit deceit -- a deceit that dismantles our constitutional principles. Interns are not treated like grunts. As soon as you walk through the door, you become an integral part of the organization's mission. You are trained to become a leader of a vital movement.” Jorge Plaza
    Summer 2019
  • “At CNS News, I have learned to present merely the facts, never an agenda, that will hopefully reach all Americans, not just conservatives.” Liam Sigler, CNSNews Intern
    Summer 2019
  • “This internship is anything but ‘fake news.’ You learn and do a lot, under the leadership of the one-and-only Brent Bozell, a leader in the conservative movement.”Jackson Richman, NewsBusters Intern
    Spring 2017
  • “My time at the MRC was something I will cherish for the rest of my life, as the people in my department made me feel a part of the organization from day one. I could not have asked for a better opportunity for my first internship. I learned a tremendous amount about real world opportunities, and the connections I made I will keep for the rest of my life!”William Boyd, Marketing Intern
    Summer 2017
  • “Interning at the MRC was a great experience because it enabled me to learn about nonprofits and development while working in a welcoming, family-like environment.”Rachel Cartegna, Development Intern
    Summer 2017
  • “The MRC gives interns the same experience and opportunities as employees, while assisting them and providing tips and pointers when needed. It is an excellent place to gain real-world experience and exposure in the media realm while learning more about the business from seasoned professionals.”Gage Cohen, CNSNews.com Intern
    Summer 2017
  • “My internship at Media Research Center was an excellent opportunity to engage in the important media bias debate from a substantive, fact-based perspective. I had the opportunity to deconstruct bias in a way that was deliberate and meaningful, which made for a hugely rewarding experience.”Michael Johns, NewsBusters Intern
    Summer 2017
  • “The MRC was a great experience for me because it prepared me to be in a real life work environment. The people there were very helpful and friendly. I had a great time making connections and learning, which is why I would highly recommend this internship to anyone looking for one.”Alexis Thomasi, NewsBusters Intern
    Spring 2017
  • “I had the opportunity to learn and be a part of several functions of the Media Research Center, including blog contribution, studio setup, video editing, and on-site filming! It was an incredible and invaluable opportunity.”Bryan Michalek, MRCTV Intern
    Summer 2017
  • “In a United States where liberal media bias is becoming increasingly outrageous, working at the MRC helped me to learn for myself what future generations of conservatives can do to stand up for truth and traditional American values.”Kevin Baker, NewsBusters Intern
    Summer 2017
  • “If you are looking for a coffee-fetching, data-entering, boring internship, MRC is not for you. Because at MRC, you will be writing articles that will be read by thousands of people, working in an exciting and fast-paced environment, and meeting the same expectations as full-time staff. Not only was my internship at MRC an absolute blast, but it gave me invaluable experience and connections that I will take with me everywhere I go.”Maggie McKneely, MRC Culture Intern
    Summer 2016
  • “Interning for the MRC taught me what it means to be a real journalist.”Joe Setyon, CNSNews.com Intern
    Summer 2016