About the role#
This internship is a 10-week program within the Wirecutter editorial operations team. You will work within a large editorial group, reporting to project managers while gaining insight into how our newsroom functions. This role is a full-time, paid position at $20.00 per hour.
What you'll do#
- Support editorial initiatives, such as theme weeks and deal events.
- Track new assignments and generate ideas to improve editorial workflows.
- Take ownership of specific projects.
- Collaborate with and learn from our visual, research, and web production teams.
- Demonstrate an understanding of our commitment to journalistic independence and our mission to help people understand the world.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program, or recent graduation.
- Interest in service journalism and project management.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
- Strong communication skills for both in-person and remote settings.
- Analytical, detail-oriented approach to tasks.
- Confidence in presenting ideas and solutions to colleagues and managers.
- Academic background in Communications, Journalism, or Business Administration is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Summer 2027 (starting June 7, 2027).
- Hours: 40 hours per week.
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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