Mississippi Magazine was launched with its first issue in September/October of 1982. Since this time the magazine has become a reading staple for Mississippians. Mississippi Magazine is a bimonthly publication that celebrates the positive points of our state—from interesting people and places to homes, gardens, food, history, culture, special events, and more.

The Mississippi Magazine internship program is designed specifically for college students who seek a career in publishing. It also provides colleges and universities with a venue to offer students experience to build their resume and give them an advantage necessary in today’s job market. We accept applications for both graphics and editorial staff positions.

Please note: Mississippi Magazine does not offer compensation or provide housing for interns, but does work with colleges and universities to allow for college credit.

Application process

• Submission of a complete application packet with a cover letter to:
  Melanie M. Ward
  Editor
  Mississippi Magazine
  PO Box 16445
  Jackson, MS 39236

• Application Deadlines:
  Spring (January - May) Due: November 15th
  Summer (June - August) Due: February 15th
  Fall (September - December) Due: June 15th
  

• Applications must be received by midnight on the designated
  due date. Should the deadline fall on Saturday or Sunday, the following Monday will be the due date.

A complete application includes:

• Completed application.

• Personal essay detailing the student’s interest in publishing and Mississippi Magazine, what they hope to gain from the experience, what they hope to contribute, overall plans for their publishing career, information regarding courses taken, previous internships, positions on a school publication, and publications regularly read.

• Two letters of recommendation from one or more of the following who know the student’s abilities well:
  a. Dean
  b. Department Head
  c. Professor
  d. School Newspaper or Magazine advisor

All applications must be typewritten. Incomplete applications, or applications with poor grammar, syntax or spelling will not be considered. Any and all application materials become the property of Mississippi Magazine and will not be returned.

Selection process:

Interns are chosen based on the magazine’s current needs and evaluation of the completed application package. Strong consideration is given to students with publication, journalism, or production experience. Specifically, students who demonstrate the following:

• Academic courses in journalism, (including writing, editing, reporting, advertising, graphic design, public relations, marketing or photography)

• Involvement in a campus publication (magazine, newspaper or newsletter)

• Applications are due by midnight on the date specified. All applications are reviewed and applicants will be notified within four weeks following the closing date.

• Once an applicant is notified of acceptance, they must confirm within two weeks via email (to editor@mismag.com) of their intention to accept the position.

Please do not contact the magazine for application status.

Click here for the intern application (PDF)