Nature News Intern, Springer Nature Opening Doors Programme

Are you looking for an internship that provides hands-on experience in science journalism and the chance to make connections at one of the largest publishers of education and research content? The Springer Nature Opening Doors internship, Nature News is a paid opportunity in London for students and recent graduates to gain experience in research, reporting and writing science news for Nature, the science journal.

Many perspectives and lived experiences remain underrepresented in the publishing industry. This underrepresentation has historically affected a wide range of groups, including Black people, Indigenous people, and people of colour, first-generation university students, people from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, people from underrepresented social castes, religious minorities and people with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We are looking for talented candidates from all backgrounds, with excellent skills in a range of fields, and we are committed to creating an inclusive internship, with a cohort that reflects a broad range of voices and experiences.

As part of this scheme, Nature seeks a journalism intern with a passion for science, reporting and writing. The successful applicant will spend three months within Nature’s news team, part of the Research Publishing division of Springer Nature. If selected for this internship, you will be asked to:

• Report, research and write news articles for Nature magazine to be published online and in print, including interviewing scientists and other sources around the world, and reading through scientific papers
• Write clear, accurate prose; deliver copy to deadlines
• Work collaboratively with a team of reporters and editors spread around the world
• Pitch timely and impactful news stories that are attractive to our readership

On-the-job training in interviewing, reporting and writing from a friendly and dynamic team of editors and reporters at the world's best-known scientific journal. The opportunity to build up a portfolio of published work and work across a broad array of scientific subjects and global news topics. A paid internship, equivalent to the London living wage. Hands-on experience at one of the largest academic publishing groups and the opportunity to learn from experienced publishing professionals. Support from a buddy from one of Springer Nature’s employee networks. Access to career development, training and events, including an overview of different business areas at Springer Nature and advice on the job application process.

Nature’s news team produces content that is essential reading for scientists and the scientific world. It delivers ground-breaking, agenda-setting journalism, to enrich, inform and guide scientists’ lives. Nature’s core audience are working research scientists and those whose professional lives revolve around science, including funders, policymakers and thought leaders. Our readers are around the world and in all career stages, from lab leaders to students.

About you:

• Have (or be studying for) a degree in a STEM subject or have a background in journalism and a demonstrable understanding of science or technology
• Have a strong interest in writing, journalism and/or science communication
• Be able to grasp scientific concepts quickly and write about them clearly in English
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have a desire and ability to improve the diversity of Nature’s news team and/or our coverage
• Be available to start in June 2026 for an internship of three months

How to apply: Please send a CV and a short supporting statement in a cover letter (no more than 500 words) that explains what you will bring to the role and how you feel you could contribute to diversity, equity and inclusion in Nature’s newsroom, our journalistic coverage, or both. You may also submit writing samples, such as links to a blog or any previously published work, to support your application. The internship will start in June for a duration of three months and is based in Springer Nature’s London office on a hybrid working model with up to three days a week working from home.

If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us at EMEACareers@springernature.com so we can make all necessary accommodations. If you're looking to kick-start your career in research publishing, apply today and you could be part of the next generation shaping our industry.

There are additional intern positions available across Springer Nature as part of this internship programme - find out more about other available opportunities.