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Product Intern

Philadelphia, PA, USA Req #376
Tuesday, January 9, 2024

The Philadelphia Inquirer is a public benefit corporation owned by the nonprofit Lenfest Institute for Journalism. Together, we’re at the center of a critical mission to create a lasting future for ambitious, engaging, and useful local journalism. We’re doing this, in part, by deepening our connection with the communities we serve. Our integrated digital and print platforms are the Philadelphia region’s largest media network. We’re passionate about building a sustainable model for indispensable local journalism, and we take pride in finding diverse, dynamic, and talented individuals to help push our team forward.

Job Summary: 

Product Managers at The Philadelphia Inquirer are responsible for continuous improvement of Inquirer.com and our mobile apps, focused on building a sustainable business for indispensable local journalism. As a product intern, you will work with product managers and the rest of the product, design and engineering team to gather research and data, coordinate with stakeholders, and map desired outcomes. Together, we’ll define a project you can complete in your time with us.

 

 

What You’ll Do 

  • Participate in team rituals, such as standups, prioritization, and refinement meetings
  • Learn The Inquirer’s outcomes-driven product process
  • Get familiar with The Inquirer’s portfolio of digital products
  • Work with product managers to identify a project, such as a competitive analysis or product feature, to complete during your internship

 

Who We’re Looking For

  • Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree
  • Strong communication, creative problem-solving and collaborative skills
  • A belief in the value of local journalism and a desire to support The Inquirer’s mission to be the indispensable source of local news and information serving the diverse communities of the Philadelphia region

 

Other Things To Know: 

  • To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume that includes relevant experience

The Philadelphia Inquirer is committed to attracting a diverse group of interested people to join our team, so please err on the side of applying even if you’re unsure if you meet all the qualifications. We encourage anyone to apply who shares our passion for indispensable journalism and our drive to create a sustainable business model to support it.


As an equal opportunity employer, The Inquirer is building an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We especially encourage people from marginalized and underrepresented backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with disabilities.

 

Other details

  • Pay Type Hourly
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  • Philadelphia, PA, USA