Communications

Editorial Intern

Salary figures from 16 postings that disclosed salary (of 25 analyzed), posted in the last 12 months

The median salary for an Editorial Intern is $41,600 per year, with salaries ranging from $37,336 at the 10th percentile to $47,840 at the 90th percentile, based on 16 postings that disclosed salary (of 25 analyzed). Key skills required for this role include Writing, Journalism, Research, Deadline Management, and Reporting.

Figures last changed: September 2026

Median

$41,600

10th Percentile

$37,336

90th Percentile

$47,840

Salary Disclosures

16

of 25 postings analyzed

Editorial Intern Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$37,336Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$41,600Typical salary
90th Percentile$47,840Senior / top earners

Based on 16 job postings with salary data

Skills for Editorial Intern

WritingJournalismResearchDeadline managementReportingAttention to detailData analysisInterviewingFact-checkingTime management

Common Employers Hiring Editorial Intern

  • D.C. Witness3 positions
  • National Journal3 positions
  • POLITICO3 positions
  • Center for European Policy Analysis1 positions
  • Her Campus Media1 positions

Top Locations for Editorial Intern

Washington, DCUnited StatesArlington, VALos Angeles, CANew Jersey

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Figures from 16 postings that disclosed salary (of 25 analyzed) on Daybook.com · First published 2026-09-22 · Figures last changed September 2026 · How we compute this