Podcast Summer Intern

Aboutus Ft; New York; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship buddy program

Job summary

The Financial Times is offering a paid summer internship focused on audio journalism and production. You will join the team in the US for a 10-week program, working in the office at least three days a week. The role involves pitching, reporting and producing audio stories for the FT News Briefing and gaining exposure to business coverage.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US. A journalism degree and experience with Descript are preferred, with mentorship provided by a dedicated Buddy

Qualifications

• Journalism degree preferred.
• Audio or podcast experience preferred (Internship or courses).
• Good writing and editing skills.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Interest in finance and business news.
• Experience with Descript or similar editing software.

Responsibilities

• Research and pitch audio story ideas spanning FT coverage.
• Gather tape and archive audio to enhance stories.
• Coordinate and record interviews with FT journalists and guests.
• Produce and edit elements of the FT News Briefing under guidance.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Journalism degree

Tools

Descript

Job description

About Us

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading business news organisations, recognised internationally for its authority, integrity, and accuracy.

At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.

In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.

The FT has a record paying readership of 1.6 million, more than 1.4 million of which are digital subscriptions. It is part of Nikkei Inc., which provides a broad range of information, news, and services for the global business community. We have offices in more than 35 countries, including London, New York, Hong Kong, Beijing, Manila, Sofia, San Francisco, and Tokyo.

Our Internships

We are looking for passionate and motivated students who are interested in pursuing a career in audio journalism and production to join our team! We expect our interns to be in the office a minimum of three days a week.

This program is a paid, ten week summer internship and offers the opportunity to connect and collaborate across the FT - in the US and globally. You’ll develop ideas that help drive our growth, present your work to US leadership, and gain valuable insights from across the business. Plus, you’ll be paired with a dedicated Buddy to provide mentorship and support throughout your experience.

This internship pays $22 per hour for 40 hours per week and runs from June 7, 2027 - Aug 13, 2027. Before applying, please ensure you will be available on these dates.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

Role overview

The internship will offer hands‑on experience pitching, reporting and producing audio stories for the FT’s flagship daily podcast, the FT News Briefing. We are looking for candidates with a proven interest in multimedia journalism and some experience in podcast production. Knowledge of business, economics and financial markets is an advantage, and having the ideas and initiative to propose stories and execute them is a must.

Key responsibilities

• Researching and pitching audio story ideas which draw from the full range of FT coverage: business, finance and culture
• Gathering tape and archive audio to bring stories to life
• Coordinating and recording interview with FT journalists and other guests
• Producing and editing elements of the FT News Briefing, with guidance from its team leader

Required skills/experience

• Journalism degree preferred
• Audio or podcast experience preferred (Internship or other courses)
• Good writing and editing skills
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Interest in finance and business news
• Must have experience working with Descript or similar editing software

The use of AI

Original reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism. Our readers trust us to produce quality journalism that is accurate, fair and insightful. For this reason, FT editorial staff do not use AI tools to write articles or create reader-facing content.

AI may be used in specific, pre-approved cases to assist with research, such as in data investigations. We expect internship applicants to refrain from using AI in writing tests or written materials submitted during the application process. All submissions must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences.

Candidates may use AI to assist with research and interview preparation. However, the use of AI throughout the application process is monitored to ensure fairness and transparency for all applicants.

Our commitment to a fair and inclusive workplace

At the FT, we are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone has equal opportunity to succeed. We welcome and value different perspectives and strive to ensure all employees are heard and supported. We believe people do their best work when they can be themselves and have the flexibility they need to balance their work and personal lives. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination.

Accessibility

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email [e-mail] and a member of our team will be happy to help.