Candidates for the Dowe Intern positions must be attending a college or technical school (students entering their freshman, sophomore or junior year in the fall of 2017 preferred), preferably an institution based in Maine. If the institution is not in Maine, interested candidates must have an existing connection to the State of Maine. In addition, only those candidates who are focusing their educational experience in news/journalism, digital news or technical/broadcasting areas will be considered for these positions. The candidates selected for these positions will begin their internships in late May or early June, and the internships are expected to last twelve (12) weeks, ending sometime in August.

The successful candidates for these positions can expect to be asked to travel between our various office locations (in Portland, Lewiston, Augusta and Bangor) and throughout the State of Maine. An ability to travel frequently throughout the State and a flexible schedule will be essential.

Interested candidates are encouraged to view the video about last year’s Dowe Interns, and are asked to submit the following materials:

• Cover letter and resume
• One (1) writing sample (approximately 1,000 words) and pertinent digital media examples

The deadline for submission of these materials to [email protected] is Friday, January 27, 2017. Maine Public will endeavor to notify all applicants to confirm that their application materials have been received. Interviews and final selection will be completed for the 2017 Dowe Intern positions no later than March 15, 2017.