Reporting Fellow

The New York Times • San Francisco, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The New York Times is hiring reporters for its 2027 Fellowship class. Fellows are assigned to a news or features department and report directly to editors on their desk. They develop journalistic skills while working with editors and reporters and may produce traditional reported articles, live updates, explainers, and visually focused stories, engaging readers in different ways. Fellows are based in New York unless otherwise noted; Technology fellows are based in San Francisco and Washington fellows in Washington. The fellowship is an in-office position requiring regular attendance four days each week, with some potential flexibility to work remotely subject to departmental guidance. Some night, weekend, and holiday work may be required. The program begins on or about June 7, 2027, and ends May 26, 2028, subject to satisfactory performance. There is no guarantee of a full-time position after the program. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the company will not sponsor work visas, but will consider applicants with valid work authorization or a valid student visa extendable through Optional Practical Training. The role is represented by the NewsGuild of New York.

Requirements

• No more than five years of full-time, professional journalism experience, excluding internships.
• Demonstrated clear prose, evocative writing, and original, impactful reporting.
• Submit a résumé, cover letter, and five published clips, including the full text of the clips rather than links alone.
• Indicate in the cover letter which desks are of greatest interest.
• Apply to only one fellowship position per year.
• Be authorized to work in the United States; the employer does not sponsor work visas. Valid work authorization or a valid student visa that can be extended with Optional Practical Training is acceptable.

Nice To Haves

• A record of multiple news internships or equivalent news experience.
• A variety of published clips demonstrating excellence in breaking news, high-impact news stories, features, and/or thoughtful reported analytical pieces.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a mix of breaking news and enterprise assignments.
• Participate in training and social programs designed for the fellowship.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the newsroom.
• Demonstrate support for and understanding of journalistic independence and commitment to the mission of seeking the truth and helping people understand the world.
• Produce a range of journalism, potentially including reported articles, live updates, explainers, and visually focused stories.
• Engage with readers in a variety of ways.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development programs
• Potential variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock, depending on role

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed