About the role#
The New York Times is seeking a Data Journalism Fellow for the 2027 class. This role is based in the New York office. You will use computational and quantitative skills to help produce breaking news, explanatory reporting, and enterprise journalism. This is a full-time, paid position that runs from June 7, 2027, through May 26, 2028.
What you'll do#
- Gather and analyze data in a rigorous, reproducible manner.
- Communicate data findings internally and in published articles.
- Contribute to a range of projects, from small tasks to leading reporting efforts.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the newsroom.
- Participate in fellowship training and social programs.
- Support the mission of independent journalism and the pursuit of truth.
What you'll need#
- Training in statistics, mathematics, computer science, economics, or a similar field.
- Proficiency in Python and/or R.
- Experience with spreadsheet and/or database software.
- Published work that combines original data analysis with traditional reporting.
- No more than five years of full-time, professional journalism experience, excluding internships.
- A record of multiple news internships or equivalent experience is preferred.
- Proficiency in command-line tooling and version control.
- Subject-area expertise relevant to major news cycles, such as politics, law, immigration, or criminal justice.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: Hybrid, with regular attendance in the office four days each week.
- Schedule: You may be required to work some nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Work Authorization: You must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided.
About The New York Times
The New York Times is a newspaper publishing company based in New York City. It was founded in 1851 and currently operates as a public company. The organization employs over 14,000 people to produce journalism and digital products for its readers. Its operations are centered at 620 Eighth Avenue.
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