About the role#
Join the 2027 New York Times Fellowship class as a copy editor for the Opinion section. Copy editors serve as the final line of defense before publication for columnists, contributors, and guest essayists. You will balance the standards of The Times with the unique voice of the writer, ensuring that arguments and logic remain sound. This is a full-time, paid fellowship position.
What you'll do#
- Copy edit story text, headlines, captions, and other display copy to improve clarity at the sentence level.
- Ensure accuracy and consistency across editorials, guest essays, and columns.
- Polish, format, and quality-check podcast transcripts, graphics, and video elements.
- Respond to changing priorities based on department needs and the news cycle.
- Participate in training and social programs designed for the fellowship.
- Demonstrate support for journalistic independence and the mission to help people understand the world.
What you'll need#
- No more than five years of full-time, professional journalism experience, excluding internships.
- Experience editing articles, essays, or scripts for publication.
- Experience working on firm deadlines.
- A record of multiple journalism internships or equivalent experience.
- Comfort with a wide range of subject matter, from politics to science and culture.
- Familiarity with content management systems and transcription tools.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027 start.
- Modality: Hybrid, with regular attendance in the office four days each week. You may be required to work some nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
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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