Fundación Maldita.es is looking for an intern to join Maldito Bulo, the team that works every day to detect and debunk hoaxes, with a special focus on political news and public debate in Spain.
If you closely follow national politics, are interested in what happens in Congress, know the main political figures and like to keep up with the news and with what's trending on social media, this opportunity is for you.
During your internship, you will be trained in journalistic verification techniques and learn how we investigate political disinformation and verify content circulating on social media. You will also take part, always with guidance and supervision, in producing debunks, explainers and investigations across different formats and platforms.
What will you learn and put into practice?
If you closely follow national politics, are interested in what happens in Congress, know the main political figures and like to keep up with the news and with what's trending on social media, this opportunity is for you.
During your internship, you will be trained in journalistic verification techniques and learn how we investigate political disinformation and verify content circulating on social media. You will also take part, always with guidance and supervision, in producing debunks, explainers and investigations across different formats and platforms.
What will you learn and put into practice?
- Following and monitoring Spanish political news, parliamentary debate and statements by political representatives and institutions.
- Detecting hoaxes and disinformation narratives related to politics, elections and other matters of public interest.
- Learning to fact-check political statements, cross-check data and consult official sources, documents and public records.
- Supporting the writing of debunks, explainers and journalistic investigations.
- Identifying political trends and conversations on social media and digital platforms.
- Exploring new narratives and formats to fight disinformation.
Essential requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Journalism, Communication, Audiovisual Communication, Political Science, International Relations, Sociology, Law, History or other disciplines related to the social sciences, politics and current affairs.
- Living in Madrid (Spain).
- Sufficient level of English to attend training sessions and take part in work conversations.
- Interest in Spanish politics and knowledge of national political affairs, its main actors, parties and institutions.
- Habit of following the news and political conversations on social media.
- Good writing skills, analytical ability, journalistic curiosity and attention to detail.
It will be a plus if you have
- Knowledge of how Spanish institutions, the Congress of Deputies and electoral processes work.
- Familiarity with official sources, public databases and parliamentary research tools.
- Basic knowledge of online research and OSINT tools.
- Interest in innovative storytelling and technologies applied to journalism.
- Eagerness to learn, contribute ideas and work as part of a team.
What we offer
- A learning experience at a leading international organization in the fight against disinformation.
- Hands-on training in political fact-checking and investigative journalism.
- Participation in innovative projects alongside a diverse, multidisciplinary team.
- Guidance and training throughout the entire internship.
- An environment where you can learn, experiment and grow professionally.
- An extracurricular academic internship agreement (an educational cooperation agreement with the university, formalized through the "Student Annex – Extracurricular External Academic Internships" signed with the student) of 25 hours per week.
- Monthly allowance of €500.
Expected start date: late October 2026.
How to apply
Fill in the application form and attach your CV in PDF format. We want to know about your motivation, your interest in political news and your eagerness to learn how to fight disinformation.
The only way to apply is through this form: airtable.com/…/form.
Applications sent through any other channel will not be accepted.
How to apply
Fill in the application form and attach your CV in PDF format. We want to know about your motivation, your interest in political news and your eagerness to learn how to fight disinformation.
The only way to apply is through this form: airtable.com/…/form.
Applications sent through any other channel will not be accepted.