Lifestyle & Culture Editorial Internship
Mostly Sugar Media is searching for curious, creative, and culture-conscious individuals to join our team as Lifestyle & Culture Editorial Interns for Winter/Spring 2025. This unpaid internship, eligible for college credit, offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital media while helping shape stories that explore how we live, connect, and celebrate culture.
What You’ll Gain
As a Lifestyle & Culture Editorial Intern, you’ll:
Contribute to content that sparks conversation and celebrates authenticity in lifestyle, culture, and trends.
Assist with writing, researching, and brainstorming editorial ideas that resonate with a millennial and Gen Z audience.
Learn the ropes of digital media and develop skills in storytelling, trend analysis, and content creation.
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation: Write, edit, and proofread articles covering topics like travel, wellness, food, relationships, art, and social commentary.
Trend Research: Stay informed on cultural shifts, lifestyle trends, and timely events to pitch fresh and engaging story ideas.
Interviewing & Story Development: Conduct interviews and research to create meaningful, well-rounded content.
Social Media Support: Craft share-worthy captions and posts to support editorial content and engage readers online.
Administrative Tasks: Manage editorial calendars, fact-check stories, and organize resources for the team.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will:
Be currently pursuing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sociology, Cultural Studies, or a related field.
Have excellent writing and storytelling skills, with a passion for exploring lifestyle and cultural topics.
Demonstrate strong research and interviewing abilities to gather reliable insights and perspectives.
Be familiar with AP style guidelines and able to adapt writing to match Mostly Sugar’s conversational, edgy tone.
Exhibit knowledge of lifestyle trends, cultural movements, and topics relevant to millennial and Gen Z audiences.
Be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Bring a positive attitude, curiosity, and a desire to grow as a writer and editor.
Bonus: Basic knowledge of SEO principles and social media strategy.
How to Apply
Interested in crafting content that connects people and sparks thought? Email the following to internship@mostlysugar.com:
Your Resume
A Cover Letter
Share your interest in lifestyle and culture journalism, and why this internship excites you.
Work Samples
Provide examples of relevant work such as articles, blog posts, or essays.
We look forward to hearing from you and building a fun and engaging internship experience together!
