Here at 12up, we’ve created an internship program for sports writers designed to kick start your career in sports journalism.

Using our rich editing platform, you have the chance to create engaging, social and opinionated sports content which will be widely distributed throughout 12up’s network of over 65 million monthly users. You will also have the opportunity to participate in the creative process, which will give you unique insight into content strategy in the digital sports media industry.

You will receive regular feedback from our industry-leading editors on how to improve your writing skills in the field of sports journalism, while learning real-world skills on the go and building an impressive portfolio.

Not only is the internship an excellent way to hone your journalism skills, but it is also an opportunity to be one of the first contributors for our new brand. The internship is three months long and requires you to work for 12 hours per week.

A few benefits of the internship:

-Work from home or any location you want. Flexible work hours

-Some of the top journalism schools in the country have awarded credit to students for our internship and we will work with the relevant parties at any university to seek school credit for our interns

-See your articles regularly published on our media partners’ sites

-Have your work read, shared and commented on by an audience of millions

-Receive regular feedback from 12up’s experienced editorial staff

-Upon completion of internship, receive a letter of recommendation and professional references

-Upon completion, top performers will be considered for paid writing positions

About 12up:

-12up is one of the largest sports media platforms globally

-12up drives more than 65 million unique users a month to its innovative brand of authentic, opinionated and engaging sports content

-Over 500 million monthly Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat impressions

-12up's mission is to champion fan-generated media as a key ingredient of sports journalism

Requirements:

-Passion for everything sports and expert knowledge of popular leagues such as MLB, NBA, NFL, and NCAA football/basketball

-Excellent writing skills and proper use of grammar

-Familiarity with blogging and social media platforms

-Commitment to comply with editorial deadlines

-Creativity is a must!

-Previous working experience in sports journalism (beneficial, not required)