Reporter Trainee - Ottawa (6-Month Term), Ahuntsic North

Start your journalism career where stories take shape. As a Reporter Trainee, working 15 hours per week you’ll gather meaningful content, sharpen your storytelling skills, and contribute to impactful News&Current Affairs coverage including a special investigative project focused on opioid addiction and recovery all while upholding the highest journalistic standards. If you’re eager to learn, curious by nature, and ready to make your mark, we want you to apply. Highlights

Be part of the team of one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers; Research, develop, and pitch story ideas while assessing newsworthiness for target audiences; Gather and write content, including researching background, interviewing sources, and preparing story outlines; Assist in producing full story packages for multi‑platform use, including visuals and supporting elements;Monitor national and local news to stay current on emerging issues and relevant events; Develop and maintain sources and contacts to support ongoing news gathering. Qualifications

Grade 12 education / GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience; Knowledge of Internet, software, E‑mail and television broadcast technology is required; Demonstrated experience using a variety of different methods for research; Demonstrated confidence and ability to initiate calls, interviews, contacts, etc.;Ability to articulate and effectively communicate issues relevant to Indigenous communities; Benefits

Enjoy a fun, flexible team vibe, an employee/family assistance program and training support to help you grow. We’re here to help you thrive, both now and in the future! Please apply before Tuesday, May 26, 2026. As a national Indigenous media organization, APTN is committed to fostering cultural diversity and Indigenous representation within our workforce. We encourage Indigenous applicants to self‑identify, in support of our ongoing efforts to reflect and serve the communities we represent. Please note that proof of Indigenous ancestry may be required.We recognize that colonial impacts may prevent access to formal documentation, and we are committed to working respectfully with all applicants to support alternative forms of verification where appropriate.

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