The South Florida Sun-Sentinel is accepting applications for a
newsroom-training program for news reporters. This trainee will be part of
Tribune Company’s Minority Editorial Training Program (METPRO) and will
receive six months of training at the Sun-Sentinel starting in Fall 2006.
He/she will learn from experienced journalists about writing, interviewing,
researching and covering beats while writing articles for the Sun-Sentinel.
After successfully completing the first six months of training, the METPRO
reporter would begin 18 months of training in an entry-level reporting
position. Mentoring and periodic evaluations will continue through the
program. It is expected that this reporter’s performance will result in a
staff position being offered. Applicants should be beginning journalists,
preferably with a college degree, capable of conducting interviews in
Spanish or Creole. The successful candidate will receive a salary and
benefits. To apply, send a cover letter (it should make clear that the
application is for METPRO), resume, a one-page personal essay, 8-10 clips
and three references to Kathy Pellegrino, Recruitment Editor, South Florida
Sun-Sentinel, 200 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.
Applications must be received by July 3, 2006.