Editorial Intern
$60,000–$96,000 year
On-siteDelhi, Delhi, India
Job Summary
Write and publish daily news articles on metrorailnews.in covering metro project milestones, railway approvals, ministry announcements, tenders, and contract awards. Rewrite press releases and government circulars into clean, factual news stories, stripping away PR language. Monthly, research and draft one feature article on topics such as metro expansion, RRTS corridors, or sustainable urban transport. Assist in producing content for the monthly Metro Rail News print magazine, proofread and fact-check all content before publication, and coordinate with the design team for layout. Support the publication's presence on LinkedIn and other professional platforms, and attend and assist in covering InnoMetro 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Required Qualifications
- Final year student or recent graduate (2024–2025 batch) in Journalism, Mass Communication, English Literature, or a related field
- Exceptional written English — clear, accurate, and grammatically tight
- Ability to write direct headlines and strong news leads
- Strong fact-checking instincts and attention to detail
- Ability to meet daily publication deadlines without compromising quality
- Working knowledge of WordPress or any CMS
- Familiarity with MS Office and Google Docs
- Basic understanding of SEO for digital content
- Ability to coordinate clearly with the design team on layout requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Prior internship, college publication, or blog writing experience
- Interest in infrastructure, transport policy, or urban development
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