Join Odyssey’s Summer Writing Program!

Looking for a way to spend your summer doing something creative and fulfilling? We’re currently seeking writers to join our summer writing program. As a writer for Odyssey, you’ll have the opportunity to share your voice with our community of readers from all over the world.
Not only will you gain valuable writing experience, but you’ll get to choose your own topics and write one response a week to one of our top trending articles. Your work will be featured on our homepage and in our weekly Overheard on Odyssey newsletter. Plus, for your first 10 articles, you’ll be compensated by HQ at $10/response. Best of all, you can do it all from the comfort of your own home or wherever you happen to be spending your summer.
Need some creative inspiration? Here are some of the topics we’d love to hear about:
- The top five things on your summer bucket list this year.
- Your favorite summer hobby and how you got into it.
- The sights, sounds, and smells of a summer day in your hometown.
- Road-tripping with your friends? Backpacking across Europe? Tell us about your travels!
- Your favorite beach reads and binge-worthy Netflix shows!
Whether you’re an experienced writer or just starting out, we welcome anyone with a passion for writing and a desire to share their perspective. Join our team and let’s create something amazing together!
To sign up, email [email protected]. We’re excited to hear from you!
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