Well, they don’t mention money, but it doesn’t say these are without remuneration either. I’m heartened to see that the Tribune is now defining reporting today pretty much the same way I would. They are asking for 12-15 clips. If you are short some clips, I encourage you to submit some stories to Chicagotalks.org, an edited community and citizen journalism news site for Chicago.

If I were doing this, I’d look to the business reporter opening. For once, they mention that a business story might written for a regular person, a wage slave,and not a big investor or capitalist. Let me know if you get one of these jobs.

2-YEAR RESIDENCY OPENINGS AT THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE WATCHDOG TEAM RESIDENT
This person will work closely with reporters from the Investigative and Consumer Watchdog team to help produce short- and mid-term stories. We’re looking for someone who enjoys digging through records and studying databases but also someone with experience doing shoe-leather reporting. One day this reporter may be cooped up in a drab room combing through court records; the next, she or he may be assigned to a breaking or short-term story. This is a great opportunity for a reporter with some investigative experience and the passion to do more. We value fresh ideas, and this reporter also will get a chance to pursue his/her reporting instincts on watchdog stories. BUSINESS REPORTER RESIDENT We’re looking for an early-career reporter with a passion for news and storytelling and an interest and background in business writing. You will learn by doing in one of the world’s business capitals, covering breaking news for digital and print as well as taking on more ambitious assignments for a news organization with high standards and a deep appreciation for financial and economic stories. The Tribune takes a broad view of what constitutes business news, focusing not just on local corporations and the economy but stories of significance to consumers and investors. This reporter will join a dynamic team of experienced and flexible writers and editors who are equally comfortable producing sophisticated pieces for Page One as they are bashing out breaking news item for the Web. Being curious, driven and creative are important traits because we value original thinking and expect everyone to generate their own story ideas.

METRO REPORTER RESIDENT

Our two-year residency program offers an opportunity for reporters with generally three or more years daily experience to become a part of the Tribune editorial department, mostly covering city or suburban issues. This reporter will join a dynamic team of experienced and flexible writers and editors who are equally comfortable producing sophisticated pieces for Page One as they are bashing out breaking news item for the Web. Being curious, driven and creative are important traits because we value original thinking and expect everyone to generate their own story ideas.

REQUIREMENTS:

Chicago Tribune’s 2-year residency program is an opportunity for journalists with generally three or more years experience to become a part of the Tribune editorial department. It is not a training program. You should send a cover letter, resume, clips (12-15) on 8 ½ x 11 paper and the names of at least three professional references to Sheila R. Solomon, Senior Editor for Recruitment, Chicago Tribune, 435 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611-4041. You may also e-mail srsolomon@tribune.com . Please note in your correspondence for which position you are specifically applying.