The People Inc. Apprentice Program empowers Iowa's next generation of creators, innovators, and problem-solvers. Rooted in Des Moines and open to students across the state, it bridges classroom learning with real-world impact, offering apprentices the chance to grow with purpose while helping People Inc. shape the future of media, technology, and storytelling.
People Inc. is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and representing the communities that we serve. We strongly encourage BIPOC and LGBTQIA students to apply.
This is a paid Apprenticeship, offering $15/hour.
Eligibility Requirements:
The Better Homes & Gardens editorial team is a creative, collaborative, and knowledgeable group to work with. We're passionate storytellers and subject-matter experts whose content creation spans home, food, garden, and health, bringing inspiring ideas to life across both print and digital platforms. From beautifully packaged magazine features to timely, service-driven online content, our team works together to deliver engaging stories that help our readers live better.
About the Role:
Better Homes & Gardens is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Editorial Apprentice to support our dynamic print and digital teams. This role offers hands-on experience across the full editorial process—from idea development to publication—while working alongside experienced editors in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The apprentice will assist with researching and writing stories, editing and fact-checking manuscripts, drafting internal documents, coordinating photo and product requests, and supporting content production for both print and digital platforms.
The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in home, food, or garden content, demonstrated writing and editing skills, and a keen eye for detail. Strong organizational abilities, clear communication skills, and comfort learning and working with digital publishing tools, Google Workspace, and Adobe systems are essential. This apprenticeship is designed to provide meaningful editorial experience, professional mentorship, and the opportunity to contribute published work to a nationally recognized lifestyle brand.
Apprentice Responsibilities will Include:
About You:
It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing hr@people.inc.
People Inc. is Western New York's leading non-profit human services agency. Through a variety of services including residential, employment, community outreach, health care and recreation programs, we help seniors, families and people with disabilities live more healthy, independent and productive lives.
In 1970, a small group of parents and professionals joined together to address the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities and formed what would grow to become People Inc. The agency expanded its mission to include a wider variety of services to address the needs of people with developmental disabilities and disabling conditions, as well as the general public. Over the years, People Inc. has grown greatly in numbers of populations served, spectrum of services, geographic locations, and number of sites.
People Inc. is working toward a future where all persons whose needs limit their integration into the community can reach their highest level of human potential as responsible members of society. It is hoped that these individuals will, to their potential, be contributing and active members in their communities, enjoying the greatest possible degree of independence and acceptance, in all aspects of their lives.
People Inc. exists so that individuals with disabling conditions or other special needs have the supports they need to participate and succeed in an accepting society.
Improving lives, respect, integrity, relentless pursuit of excellence, flexibility and creativity