Current Openings

Global Government Affairs Externship

Reporting to the SVP, Global Government Affairs, the Government Affairs Extern will work closely with N/MA’s policy team to actively participate in the policy affairs of the association and to learn about the federal and state political process.

This externship is designed to be a learning experience for law students for which school credit must be obtained. Applicants must be able to comply with their school’s requirements for academic credit. We are looking for candidates who can work at least 10 hours per week depending on school requirements during the Spring 2025 academic semester.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the SVP, Global Government Affairs, the Global Affairs Extern will:

• Conduct in-depth research on legislative and regulatory developments related to the media industry. Summarize findings for team members and assist in developing policy recommendations.
• Assist in developing and executing advocacy strategies by tracking relevant legislation and participating in meetings with government officials and industry partners.
• Collaborate with the government affairs team to establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Monitor emerging issues and trends within the media industry. Prepare briefings and updates for our membership.
• Support the planning and execution of events, meetings, and briefings, including logistics and materials preparation.
• Collect and analyze data related to policy and advocacy efforts, helping to identify areas for improvement and refinement.
• Other responsibilities, as reasonably assigned.

Desirable Qualifications

• Enrolled in law school and actively pursuing a J.D. with at least 1 year of law school complete
• Interest in federal and state legislation, policy and politics preferably within the media industry
• Strong writing and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment with a diverse membership base
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications

We believe that diversity in lived experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas strengthens journalism, its business and our own organization. The News/Media Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where we encourage applications from candidates from communities traditionally underrepresented in journalism and from people of every age, race or color, ethnic background, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic background, disability status, medical condition, military or veteran status, and marital or familial status.

To apply, submit a resume, unofficial transcript and a non-legal writing sample to jobs@newsmediaalliance.org. N/MA’s main office is located in Arlington, VA. We prefer candidates for this role who reside in the Washington, D.C. area. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Please mention “Government Affairs Externship” in the subject line so we can direct your application to the right people. Please be prepared to provide two professional references upon request. No telephone calls please. The position will remain open until filled.

About News/Media Alliance: The News/Media Alliance is a nonprofit organization representing more than 2,200 news and magazine media organizations and their multiplatform businesses in the United States and globally. Alliance members include print and digital publishers of original journalism. Headquartered just outside Washington, D.C., the association focuses on ensuring the future of journalism through communication, research, advocacy, and innovation. Information about the News/Media Alliance can be found at www.newsmediaalliance.org.

Law Clerk – Externship

Reporting to the SVP and General Counsel, the Law Clerk will work closely with N/MA’s General Counsel and policy team performing complex legal research and writing.

This externship is designed to be a learning experience for law students for which school credit must be obtained.  Applicants must be able to comply with their school’s requirements for academic credit.  We are looking for candidates who can work at least 15 hours per week depending on school requirements during the Spring 2025 academic semester.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the SVP and General Counsel, the Law Clerk will:

• Learn about the practice of law in a policy, non-profit organization setting
• Practice legal skills such as legal research, legal writing, and drafting communications
• Conduct legal research across a wide variety of substantive areas related to media publishers’ interests on matters such as AI, copyright, privacy, free press, advertising compliance, antitrust and other matters with federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory bodies
• Producing high-quality written communication for different constituencies both internal and external to the organization
• Other responsibilities, as assigned

Desirable Qualifications

• Enrolled in law school and actively pursuing a J.D. with at least 1 year of law school complete
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• An interest in policy and legal advocacy preferably within the media industry
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment with a diverse client base
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications

We believe that diversity in lived experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas strengthens journalism, its business and our own organization. The News/Media Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where we encourage applications from candidates from communities traditionally underrepresented in journalism and from people of every age, race or color, ethnic background, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic background, disability status, medical condition, military or veteran status, and marital or familial status.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript and legal writing sample to jobs@newsmediaalliance.org. N/MA’s main office is located in Arlington, VA. We prefer candidates for this role who reside in the Washington, D.C. area. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Please mention “Law Clerk Externship” in the subject line so we can direct your application to the right people. Please be prepared to provide two professional references upon request.  No telephone calls please.  The position will remain open until filled.

About News/Media Alliance: The News/Media Alliance is a nonprofit organization representing more than 2,200 news and magazine media organizations and their multiplatform businesses in the United States and globally. Alliance members include print and digital publishers of original journalism. Headquartered just outside Washington, D.C., the association focuses on ensuring the future of journalism through communication, research, advocacy, and innovation. Information about the News/Media Alliance can be found at www.newsmediaalliance.org.