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Careers at YNC

Student journalism internships and volunteer contributor roles at an international news organization. Help us build independent global journalism for and about young people — we welcome student journalists, contributors, editors, and creatives from everywhere.

YNC International (Youth News Corporation) is a volunteer-powered newsroom growing toward a fully staffed editorial operation. Most current roles are volunteer or internship positions that offer a real byline at an international news organization, editorial mentorship, and a growing platform — the kind of credential student journalists use to strengthen applications to journalism schools, competitive internships, and other newsrooms. We are committed to building a team that reflects the global diversity of the young people we cover.

Open Positions

Staff Reporter — Youth Policy & Rights
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote (Global) Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

Youth News Corporation is seeking a motivated Staff Reporter to cover youth policy, human rights, and international development. You will research, write, and fact-check original articles for publication on yncnetwork.com.

This is a volunteer role with the opportunity to build a strong journalism portfolio with a growing international platform. We welcome applications from young journalists worldwide, particularly from underrepresented regions.

Requirements

  • Strong writing skills in English
  • Understanding of journalistic ethics and fact-checking standards
  • Ability to research and verify information from primary sources
  • Commitment to 1–2 articles per month minimum
  • Interest in youth issues, human rights, or international affairs

Apply for This Position

Staff Reporter — Youth Policy & Rights
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote (Global) Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

Youth News Corporation is seeking a motivated Staff Reporter to cover youth policy, human rights, and international development. You will research, write, and fact-check original articles for publication on yncnetwork.com.

This is a volunteer role with the opportunity to build a strong journalism portfolio with a growing international platform. We welcome applications from young journalists worldwide, particularly from underrepresented regions.

Requirements

  • Strong writing skills in English
  • Understanding of journalistic ethics and fact-checking standards
  • Ability to research and verify information from primary sources
  • Commitment to 1–2 articles per month minimum
  • Interest in youth issues, human rights, or international affairs

Apply for This Position

Staff Reporter — Youth Policy & Rights
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote (Global) Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

Youth News Corporation is seeking a motivated Staff Reporter to cover youth policy, human rights, and international development. You will research, write, and fact-check original articles for publication on yncnetwork.com.

This is a volunteer role with the opportunity to build a strong journalism portfolio with a growing international platform. We welcome applications from young journalists worldwide, particularly from underrepresented regions.

Requirements

  • Strong writing skills in English
  • Understanding of journalistic ethics and fact-checking standards
  • Ability to research and verify information from primary sources
  • Commitment to 1–2 articles per month minimum
  • Interest in youth issues, human rights, or international affairs

Apply for This Position

Staff Reporter — Youth Policy & Rights
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote (Global) Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

Youth News Corporation is seeking a motivated Staff Reporter to cover youth policy, human rights, and international development. You will research, write, and fact-check original articles for publication on yncnetwork.com.

This is a volunteer role with the opportunity to build a strong journalism portfolio with a growing international platform. We welcome applications from young journalists worldwide, particularly from underrepresented regions.

Requirements

  • Strong writing skills in English
  • Understanding of journalistic ethics and fact-checking standards
  • Ability to research and verify information from primary sources
  • Commitment to 1–2 articles per month minimum
  • Interest in youth issues, human rights, or international affairs

Apply for This Position

Staff Reporter — Youth Policy & Rights
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote (Global) Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

Youth News Corporation is seeking a motivated Staff Reporter to cover youth policy, human rights, and international development. You will research, write, and fact-check original articles for publication on yncnetwork.com.

This is a volunteer role with the opportunity to build a strong journalism portfolio with a growing international platform. We welcome applications from young journalists worldwide, particularly from underrepresented regions.

Requirements

  • Strong writing skills in English
  • Understanding of journalistic ethics and fact-checking standards
  • Ability to research and verify information from primary sources
  • Commitment to 1–2 articles per month minimum
  • Interest in youth issues, human rights, or international affairs

Apply for This Position

Social Media & Video Producer
Digital Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

We are looking for a creative Social Media & Video Producer to manage YNC's social media presence and produce short-form video content for our editorial output. You will create engaging content for Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube Shorts based on our published articles.

Requirements

  • Experience managing social media accounts (personal or professional)
  • Basic video editing skills (CapCut, Premiere Rush, or similar)
  • Strong visual communication instincts
  • Ability to adapt long-form journalism into short, shareable formats
  • Commitment of 3–5 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Social Media & Video Producer
Digital Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

We are looking for a creative Social Media & Video Producer to manage YNC's social media presence and produce short-form video content for our editorial output. You will create engaging content for Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube Shorts based on our published articles.

Requirements

  • Experience managing social media accounts (personal or professional)
  • Basic video editing skills (CapCut, Premiere Rush, or similar)
  • Strong visual communication instincts
  • Ability to adapt long-form journalism into short, shareable formats
  • Commitment of 3–5 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Social Media & Video Producer
Digital Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

We are looking for a creative Social Media & Video Producer to manage YNC's social media presence and produce short-form video content for our editorial output. You will create engaging content for Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube Shorts based on our published articles.

Requirements

  • Experience managing social media accounts (personal or professional)
  • Basic video editing skills (CapCut, Premiere Rush, or similar)
  • Strong visual communication instincts
  • Ability to adapt long-form journalism into short, shareable formats
  • Commitment of 3–5 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Social Media & Video Producer
Digital Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

We are looking for a creative Social Media & Video Producer to manage YNC's social media presence and produce short-form video content for our editorial output. You will create engaging content for Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube Shorts based on our published articles.

Requirements

  • Experience managing social media accounts (personal or professional)
  • Basic video editing skills (CapCut, Premiere Rush, or similar)
  • Strong visual communication instincts
  • Ability to adapt long-form journalism into short, shareable formats
  • Commitment of 3–5 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Social Media & Video Producer
Digital Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 31 August 2026

We are looking for a creative Social Media & Video Producer to manage YNC's social media presence and produce short-form video content for our editorial output. You will create engaging content for Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube Shorts based on our published articles.

Requirements

  • Experience managing social media accounts (personal or professional)
  • Basic video editing skills (CapCut, Premiere Rush, or similar)
  • Strong visual communication instincts
  • Ability to adapt long-form journalism into short, shareable formats
  • Commitment of 3–5 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Research & Verification Editor
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 30 September 2026

The Research & Verification Editor reviews articles submitted by YNC contributors for factual accuracy, source quality, and editorial standards before publication. This is a senior volunteer role that reports directly to the Editor-in-Chief.

Requirements

  • Strong research and source verification skills
  • Familiarity with open-source investigation tools (Google Scholar, government databases, NGO reports)
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Previous editing or fact-checking experience preferred
  • Commitment of 4–6 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Research & Verification Editor
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 30 September 2026

The Research & Verification Editor reviews articles submitted by YNC contributors for factual accuracy, source quality, and editorial standards before publication. This is a senior volunteer role that reports directly to the Editor-in-Chief.

Requirements

  • Strong research and source verification skills
  • Familiarity with open-source investigation tools (Google Scholar, government databases, NGO reports)
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Previous editing or fact-checking experience preferred
  • Commitment of 4–6 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Research & Verification Editor
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 30 September 2026

The Research & Verification Editor reviews articles submitted by YNC contributors for factual accuracy, source quality, and editorial standards before publication. This is a senior volunteer role that reports directly to the Editor-in-Chief.

Requirements

  • Strong research and source verification skills
  • Familiarity with open-source investigation tools (Google Scholar, government databases, NGO reports)
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Previous editing or fact-checking experience preferred
  • Commitment of 4–6 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Research & Verification Editor
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 30 September 2026

The Research & Verification Editor reviews articles submitted by YNC contributors for factual accuracy, source quality, and editorial standards before publication. This is a senior volunteer role that reports directly to the Editor-in-Chief.

Requirements

  • Strong research and source verification skills
  • Familiarity with open-source investigation tools (Google Scholar, government databases, NGO reports)
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Previous editing or fact-checking experience preferred
  • Commitment of 4–6 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Research & Verification Editor
Editorial Volunteer 🌎 Remote Volunteer
Apply by: 30 September 2026

The Research & Verification Editor reviews articles submitted by YNC contributors for factual accuracy, source quality, and editorial standards before publication. This is a senior volunteer role that reports directly to the Editor-in-Chief.

Requirements

  • Strong research and source verification skills
  • Familiarity with open-source investigation tools (Google Scholar, government databases, NGO reports)
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Previous editing or fact-checking experience preferred
  • Commitment of 4–6 hours per week

Apply for This Position

Graphic Designer & Infographics
Visual Freelance 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 31 December 2026

YNC is looking for a freelance Graphic Designer to produce data visualisations, infographics, and editorial illustrations for our published articles and social media. Work is commissioned on a per-project basis.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Canva Pro, or Figma
  • Portfolio demonstrating infographic or data visualisation work
  • Understanding of editorial visual standards
  • Ability to deliver under tight deadlines

Apply for This Position

Graphic Designer & Infographics
Visual Freelance 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 31 December 2026

YNC is looking for a freelance Graphic Designer to produce data visualisations, infographics, and editorial illustrations for our published articles and social media. Work is commissioned on a per-project basis.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Canva Pro, or Figma
  • Portfolio demonstrating infographic or data visualisation work
  • Understanding of editorial visual standards
  • Ability to deliver under tight deadlines

Apply for This Position

Graphic Designer & Infographics
Visual Freelance 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 31 December 2026

YNC is looking for a freelance Graphic Designer to produce data visualisations, infographics, and editorial illustrations for our published articles and social media. Work is commissioned on a per-project basis.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Canva Pro, or Figma
  • Portfolio demonstrating infographic or data visualisation work
  • Understanding of editorial visual standards
  • Ability to deliver under tight deadlines

Apply for This Position

Graphic Designer & Infographics
Visual Freelance 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 31 December 2026

YNC is looking for a freelance Graphic Designer to produce data visualisations, infographics, and editorial illustrations for our published articles and social media. Work is commissioned on a per-project basis.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Canva Pro, or Figma
  • Portfolio demonstrating infographic or data visualisation work
  • Understanding of editorial visual standards
  • Ability to deliver under tight deadlines

Apply for This Position

Graphic Designer & Infographics
Visual Freelance 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 31 December 2026

YNC is looking for a freelance Graphic Designer to produce data visualisations, infographics, and editorial illustrations for our published articles and social media. Work is commissioned on a per-project basis.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Canva Pro, or Figma
  • Portfolio demonstrating infographic or data visualisation work
  • Understanding of editorial visual standards
  • Ability to deliver under tight deadlines

Apply for This Position

Web & Technology Intern
Technology Internship 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 30 September 2026

YNC is offering a flexible internship for a web or technology student to contribute to the development and maintenance of yncnetwork.com. You will work directly with the founder on site improvements, new features, and technical projects.

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of PHP, HTML/CSS, and MySQL
  • Familiarity with web hosting and FTP/file management
  • Self-directed with strong communication skills
  • Currently enrolled in a computer science, IT, or related programme preferred

Apply for This Position

Web & Technology Intern
Technology Internship 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 30 September 2026

YNC is offering a flexible internship for a web or technology student to contribute to the development and maintenance of yncnetwork.com. You will work directly with the founder on site improvements, new features, and technical projects.

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of PHP, HTML/CSS, and MySQL
  • Familiarity with web hosting and FTP/file management
  • Self-directed with strong communication skills
  • Currently enrolled in a computer science, IT, or related programme preferred

Apply for This Position

Web & Technology Intern
Technology Internship 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 30 September 2026

YNC is offering a flexible internship for a web or technology student to contribute to the development and maintenance of yncnetwork.com. You will work directly with the founder on site improvements, new features, and technical projects.

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of PHP, HTML/CSS, and MySQL
  • Familiarity with web hosting and FTP/file management
  • Self-directed with strong communication skills
  • Currently enrolled in a computer science, IT, or related programme preferred

Apply for This Position

Web & Technology Intern
Technology Internship 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 30 September 2026

YNC is offering a flexible internship for a web or technology student to contribute to the development and maintenance of yncnetwork.com. You will work directly with the founder on site improvements, new features, and technical projects.

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of PHP, HTML/CSS, and MySQL
  • Familiarity with web hosting and FTP/file management
  • Self-directed with strong communication skills
  • Currently enrolled in a computer science, IT, or related programme preferred

Apply for This Position

Web & Technology Intern
Technology Internship 🌎 Remote
Apply by: 30 September 2026

YNC is offering a flexible internship for a web or technology student to contribute to the development and maintenance of yncnetwork.com. You will work directly with the founder on site improvements, new features, and technical projects.

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of PHP, HTML/CSS, and MySQL
  • Familiarity with web hosting and FTP/file management
  • Self-directed with strong communication skills
  • Currently enrolled in a computer science, IT, or related programme preferred

Apply for This Position

Open Application

Don't see a role that fits? We welcome open applications from talented writers, editors, translators, photographers, videographers, and developers. Send a brief introduction and examples of your work to careers@yncnetwork.com — subject line: Open Application.