Editorial Internship NY Times TYPE TIME 20/week

The Generation

Fremont (CA)

On-site

USD 23,866 - 33,992

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The New York Times internship program invites budding journalists to report and investigate local issues, reflecting the newsroom’s broader editorial standards and commitment to objective, in-depth coverage.

Interns will gain hands-on experience in research, interviewing, and writing, work alongside an editorial team, and access prestigious sources; the role offers growth, mentorship, and exposure to breaking news, with compensation of $21/hour during fall and summer sessions.

Qualifications

  • Exceptional written communication, concentration, analytical and interpersonal skills are necessary.
  • Must have a college degree or be enrolled in college.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate, report, and publish local issues reflecting NY Times editorial standards.
  • Support editorial staff with research, interviews, and fact-checking to develop compelling local stories.

Skills

Exceptional written communication
Analytical skills
Interpersonal skills
Concentration

Education

College degree or enrollment

Job description

Work within a real editorial team to investigate, report, and public local issues and how these reflect the NY Times' larger editorial pieces.

Would you like to have one of the most exciting and rewarding opportunities anyone in the journalism field could ever have? This iconic newspaper has been providing critical news and insight to generations of readers since 1851. The employees here are privileged to report breaking news, get access to prestigious sources, or interview famous celebrities. Whether you are an international college undergraduate or a high school student, you can apply for fall and summer internships and experience a wide range of things during your time there at a salary of $21/hour.

Applying for a New York Times Magazine Internship can be an excellent opportunity to develop your journalism skills and experience the world of professional publication. To be eligible for an NYT Internship, you must have a college degree or be enrolled in college and have knowledge of the magazine’s content and style guidelines. Exceptional written communication, concentration, analytical and interpersonal skills are also necessary when submitting an application. The HR team here is looking for proactive individuals who are ready to accept the challenge of interning with them and continuously strive to meet their expectations while providing creative solutions and ideas.

Application Process

The New York Times internship interview questions are designed to provide a better understanding of the potential intern’s qualifications and interests. Aspiring interns should be prepared to answer questions about their experience, educational background, and desired roles within the organization. This could include topics such as communicating ideas effectively, working in a fast-paced environment, multitasking abilities, and creative problem-solving strategies. Preparing for the interview can also involve researching this daily newspaper in order to gain an understanding of its modern take on news reporting and its commitment to providing objective information with depth and detail.

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