About the role#
The FT Specialist Newsroom Fellowship is a one-year rotational program running from September 7, 2026, through August 27, 2027. This position offers the opportunity to work across various editorial teams, gaining hands-on experience in reporting, research, and content production. Fellows receive ongoing mentorship and coaching from senior editorial leaders and subject matter experts while developing core storytelling skills in specialist business reporting.
What you'll do#
- Participate in a year-long rotation across different editorial teams.
- Gain practical experience in news gathering, interviewing, document analysis, and story crafting.
- Produce content in multiple formats, including written articles, video, and graphics.
- Attend editorial meetings and collaborate with editors and peers.
- Build a professional portfolio of published clips and cultivate sources.
What you'll need#
- A recent undergraduate degree (Master’s degree holders are not eligible).
- A strong desire to learn and grow within the field of journalism.
- An eagerness to uncover and communicate compelling stories.
- Curiosity about business and economic topics.
- No prior journalism experience is required.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY.
- Term: Fall 2026 (September 2026 – August 2027).
- Modality: Hybrid (averaging two to three days onsite).
- Compensation: $66,300 per year.
- Eligibility: This is a full-time, paid position. Visa sponsorship is not provided.
