Sub Editor (Intern)

Sub Editor (Intern) – TheSocialTalks

Remote

Volunteer / Internship / (Unpaid)

Flexible (Minimum 3 months)

About Us

TheSocialTalks is a global, community-driven news and media platform dedicated to publishing authentic, thought-provoking content on social, political, cultural, and environmental issues. We give a voice to journalists, writers, and storytellers worldwide, and believe in the power of well-researched, impactful narratives to create change.

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and creative Editorial & Research Assistant (Intern) to support our editorial team. This role is ideal for aspiring journalists, content creators, or researchers passionate about producing engaging stories for video scripts, articles, and social media.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth research on assigned topics, including trending news, human interest stories, and global issues.

Assist in writing and editing scripts for videos, podcasts, and other multimedia formats.

Support the creation of captions, headlines, and copy for social media posts.

Fact-check sources and ensure accuracy, credibility, and proper citation.

Collaborate with editors, journalists, and content strategists to meet deadlines.

Requirements

Strong writing and research skills with attention to detail.

Ability to distill complex information into clear, engaging narratives.

Passion for news, storytelling, and digital media.

Familiarity with social media platforms and trends.

Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.

Journalism, communications, media studies, or related background preferred (students welcome).

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience in research, scriptwriting, and editorial processes.

Mentorship from experienced editors and media professionals.

Portfolio-building opportunities with bylined work and published content.

Insight into digital journalism and global media operations.

A recommendation letter upon successful completion of the internship.

How to Apply

Please send your CV, a short cover letter, and 1–2 writing samples (preferably news, research, or script-based) to priyanka.sherlekar@thesocialtalks.com or careers@thesocialtalks.com with the subject line: Sub Editor Internship Application.