Seasonal News Intern – The Harpswell Anchor (Harpswell, Maine)

Deepa Fadnis
Anchor opens applications for 2026 internship

To apply, email a resume and two samples each of photography and writing to Editor J.W. Oliver at joliver@harpswellanchor.org. The deadline for applications is March 6.

The Harpswell Anchor is seeking a news intern for the 2026 summer break. This 12-week internship, with pay and housing, offers an opportunity to gain real-world experience and mentorship from a team of veteran journalists.

Junior standing in a postsecondary journalism program and experience from a past internship and/or student journalism is preferred for this competitive internship. Students of multimedia journalism and photojournalism are encouraged to apply.

The intern will assist with the Anchor’s news coverage. They will report on community events, write features and contribute to coverage of local government. They may work on social media and special projects, staff Anchor events and complete miscellaneous tasks as needed.

The Harpswell Anchor is a nonprofit community news organization with an award-winning website and monthly print edition. The news team includes two full-time journalists and numerous freelancers and volunteers.

The intern will receive free housing, Maine’s minimum wage of $15.10 per hour for up to 40 hours per week, and mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate of 72.5 cents per mile. The successful applicant must have a driver’s license and reliable vehicle, and must be available nights and weekends. Start and end dates negotiable.

Paid Creative (Design) Internship at Cronin (Advertising Agency) Summer ’26

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This position is hybrid, must be able to travel into the office in Glastonbury, CT. Responsible for the design and execution of projects and campaigns that encourage a target audience to buy a company’s products or services. The team is also responsible for creating a consistent brand image for the company through its look, voice, and messaging.  Work may include TV, online video, radio/streaming audio, print and online advertising, social media advertising, and logo/campaign designs.   

All applicants must submit a portfolio, any applicants without a portfolio will not be considered.  
  
Requirements:  

  • Duration of internship: June 8 – August 14, 2026, commitment of 20+ hours per week (Monday through Friday, Tuesdays are mandatory).   
  • All Internships are paid at $16.94/hour.   
  • Must be currently enrolled in college at the time of applying. Most internships are open to rising juniors and seniors, new college graduates, and grad students.   
  • Internship applications must be submitted by March 27, 2026.   

Please visit https://www.cronin-co.com/careers and select “Creative (Design) Internship” to find the application link for this opportunity.

Paid Copywriter Internship at Cronin (Advertising Agency) Summer ’26

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This position is hybrid, must be able to travel into the office in Glastonbury, CT.

We’re not your average advertising agency. We’re a quirky, out-of-the-box team of creative thinkers who live and breathe storytelling. Our clients are big, our ideas are even bigger, and we’re on the lookout for a Word Necromancer/Copywriting intern to join our team.  

 
As an intern, you’ll be responsible for putting your sharp wit, clever problem solving and impeccable writing skills to work to help create top-notch copy for various projects, from social media posts and print materials to video scripts and full-blown campaigns.  

Program Highlights:

  • Tackle real client briefs and deliverables alongside our creative crew  
  • Get schooled by some of the most exceptional creative talent around
  • Crush your professional development goals with guidance from your very own mentor  
  • Rub shoulders with industry leaders and fellow intern superstars  
  • Work hard, play hard! A hybrid position that actually pays (yes, you read that right!)  


Key responsibilities:  

  • Brainstorm and collaborate with the creative team to develop concepts for marketing campaigns that pack a punch  
  • Cleverly craft engaging copy that captures a brand’s voice and personality  
  • Conduct research and fact-checking to ensure materials are accurate, informative and impactful  
  • Contribute to the development of social media content, blog posts and other digital copy  
  • Assist with various administrative tasks and ad-hoc projects as needed  


 Requirements:  

  • A portfolio that showcases your passion, personality, creativity and talent for voice  
  • A passion for writing and creating content that inspires, entertains and informs  
  • A knack for storytelling and finding the perfect turn of phrase  
  • The ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment  
  • A sense of humor and willingness to bring your unique perspective to the table  
  • Duration of internship: June 8 – August 14, 2026, commitment of 20+ hours per week (Monday through Friday, Tuesdays are mandatory).   
  • All Internships are paid at $16.94/hour.   
  • Must be currently enrolled in college at the time of applying. Most internships are open to rising juniors and seniors, new college graduates, and grad students.   
  • Internship applications must be submitted by March 27, 2026.   

    Qualifications:  

We’re reaching for someone who’s resilient to ever-changing timelines and deliverables, and who’s willing to push past their comfort zone to strive for creative excellence. You should be a master of the written language and have a portfolio of creative work that showcases your skills. If you’re eager to learn and hungry to create, we want you on our team.  

Apply now with a portfolio of work, or any writing samples of your creativity, and let’s make magic happen.  

Visit https://www.cronin-co.com/careers and select “Copywriter Internship” to find the application link for this opportunity.