Student Jobs
The Roy Howard Community Journalism Center is dedicated to training the next generation of media professionals. We offer paid, part-time positions and internships for high school, community college and university students interested in media careers. These internships provide valuable hands-on experience and may also qualify for class credit. Volunteer opportunities are also available.
Current Hiring Status
We are currently hiring for one paid position: Southeast Mississippi Planner Producer. This student worker role begins May 20 and continues through the summer, with the possibility of an extension into the fall semester. The position is based at the Hattiesburg campus and focuses on organizing and publishing local government meeting information, community events, press releases and public submissions. Apply using this application form.
We can always work with volunteers or University of Southern Mississippi students interested in internships — whether for class credit or not. For more information about volunteer and Southern Miss intern positions, contact Nichole Cyprian by email at [email protected].
If you would like to be considered for future paid opportunities, please complete this interest form. You will be among the first to hear about upcoming openings for paid roles.
About Our Positions
Most student workers at the center work up to 20 hours per week. Interns are limited to 19 hours per week. All paid roles earn $12 per hour, and applicants must be at least 16 years old at the time of hire.
We offer opportunities in a variety of roles, including:
— Public Relations and Marketing Producer
— Reporter
— Southeast Mississippi Planner Producer
Southern Miss Roles
University of Southern Mississippi students — especially those majoring or minoring in media and communication or related fields — are encouraged to apply. Opportunities may include paid positions or internships that qualify for class credit, depending on the role and the needs of the student. To apply for paid positions or internships, students will need a resume, work samples and one letter of recommendation from a faculty member.
High School & Community College Roles
We work with high schools and community colleges across Mississippi to offer part-time positions and internships. One requirement for high school and community college student participation is successful completion of the Introduction to Community Journalism course.
Other University Students
We welcome students from other Mississippi and out-of-state universities to apply for part-time positions and internships. Depending on the policies of the other institution, internships may be eligible for class credit.