PLEASE NOTE: The Fall 2010 term internships have already been filled and we are not accepting any additional applications. We expect to have one to two openings for the Spring 2011 term and will begin accepting applications on October 1, 2010.
VQR offers internships to college juniors and seniors and graduate students. Interns work on a part-time, unpaid basis for three to five months, for eight–ten hours a week.
Responsibilities include:
- Editing nonfiction pieces for style and structure
- Fact-checking articles and essays
- Writing for the print issues (book notes, introductions, back cover copy)
- Writing for the VQR blog, as well as writing VQR Vault entries
- Researching VQR's history
- Assisting editors with assorted administrative tasks
- Helping with the review of submissions
Interns are encouraged to read widely. They should have strong writing skills, a good work ethic, and an ability to think critically. Ideally, interns should have experience in researching, fact-checking, and proofreading.
Three internship sessions are available: Fall (September through December), Winter/Spring (January through May), and Summer (June through August), with up to one to three positions available per session.
To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and non-fiction writing sample (very short essays or book reviews are preferable) to molly@vqronline.org taking note of the application periods below. In your cover letter, please clearly indicate for which term (Fall, Spring, or Summer) you are applying. Preference will be given to UVa students.
| TERM |
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APPLICATION PERIOD |
| Fall (September–December) |
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Currently Closed |
| Spring (January–May) |
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October 1–November 1 |
| Summer (June–August) |
|
March 1–April 1 |
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