The Economist Group Internship Program 2024 for Students Worldwide

We are seeking interns to write about foreign affairs for The Economist.

An interest in economics is helpful although not essential.

The aim of the internship scheme is to find future Economist journalists. Previous experience is not necessary.

The original article you send us is the most important part of the application. Successful candidates will be given challenging, exciting work straight away.

Economist Group Internship Program 2024 Summary 

  • Type: Internship
  • Country to study: United Kingdom
  • Sponsor: The Economist Group
  • Eligible Countries: All Countries
  • Benefits: Paid Internship, Training

Benefits

  • The internships will be London-based and paid.

Requirements

  • Anyone is welcome to apply, regardless of citizenship or any characteristic unrelated to the job.
  • An interest in economics is helpful although not essential.
  • Previous experience is not necessary.

How to Apply

Applicants should send an unpublished article of 600 words suitable for publication in The Economist, a CV and a cover letter to: foreignintern@economist.com.

  • The original article you send is the most important part of the application.

Deadline: 2nd December, 2024

Apply here