Trainee Researcher/ Journalist

0 years

1 - 4 Lacs

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Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Urban Acres Infomediatech Pvt. Ltd. is looking for a curious, detail-oriented Trainee Researcher–Journalist to support editorial research, reporting, and content development across its media and urban development platforms. This role is ideal for early-career professionals aspiring to build strong foundations in research-driven journalism, data-backed storytelling, and policy-relevant reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct background research for news stories, features, interviews, and reports.
  • Assist journalists and editors with fact-checking, data validation, and source verification.
  • Support reporting on real estate, infrastructure, urban development, sustainability, and policy-related topics.
  • Compile research notes, briefing documents, interview prep materials, and story outlines.
  • Assist in data collection, market studies, trend analysis, and report preparation.
  • Coordinate with editorial, digital, and video teams for integrated storytelling.
  • Maintain accuracy, objectivity, and editorial integrity in all research outputs.
  • Archive research materials, references, and source documents systematically.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (or final-year student) in Journalism, Mass Communication, Economics, Urban Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
  • Strong research, reading, and analytical skills.
  • Good written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to interpret reports, data, and policy documents.
  • Basic understanding of news cycles, editorial processes, and journalistic ethics.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Google Docs, and basic research tools.

Key Competencies

  • Research & fact-checking
  • Analytical thinking
  • Editorial discipline
  • Curiosity and learning orientation
  • Time management

What We Offer

  • Hands-on exposure to research-led journalism and long-form editorial work.
  • Opportunity to work on urban, infrastructure, real estate, and policy-focused stories.
  • Mentorship from senior journalists, editors, and researchers.
  • Strong learning curve and potential for role progression based on performance.

Job Types: Full-time, Fresher, Internship
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹41,492.60 per month

Work Location: In person

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