KIP Summer 2026 - Free Speech America Intern - Media Research Center
About The Position
The Media Research Center (MRC) is America’s premier media watchdog. Since 1987, MRC has exposed left-wing bias in news and pop culture, defended free speech, and fought Big Tech censorship of conservatives. With powerful tools like its TV news archive and CensorTrack database, MRC provides hard evidence of bias and censorship. We educate the public and shape the national conversation across platforms that generate over 500 million weekly impressions. Are you passionate about protecting free speech and calling out censorship in the digital age? The Media Research Center is seeking a Free Speech America Intern to join the team working to expose Big Tech’s suppression of conservative voices. As an intern, you will help monitor censorship trends across major platforms like Google, Facebook, and X/Twitter, while researching and compiling examples of bias for publication and outreach. This is a hands-on opportunity for students and recent graduates who want to be part of the fight to hold Big Tech accountable and inform the public about the growing threat to online expression. This internship is designed for students and recent graduates. The position is in-person only at MRC headquarters ; remote work is not available.
Requirements
- Strong writing and communication skills
- Ability to perform both qualitative and quantitative research
- Familiarity with multiple social media platforms
- Interest in media accountability and free speech advocacy
- Reliable, organized, and able to meet deadlines
Responsibilities
- Monitor social media platforms and websites for evidence of censorship or bias
- Research and compile data on censorship trends and case studies
- Assist with writing and editing articles that highlight censorship by Big Tech companies
- Contribute to CensorTrack, MRC’s censorship database
- Participate in departmental meetings and assist with ongoing media research projects
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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