Impactful Foreign Policy Writer & Editor

Council on Foreign Relations; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-site fitness center

Generous leave policies

Job summary

The Council on Foreign Relations seeks a Staff Writer-Editor based in New York or Washington, DC to produce clear, timely foreign policy explainers and edit CFR-produced content—from commentaries and explainers to trackers—for general audiences.

This full-time role requires newsroom instincts, strong writing and editing skills, and the ability to work quickly in a deadline-driven environment. Onsite four days per week; some remote days may be possible as schedule permits.

Job description

The Council on Foreign Relations seeks a Staff Writer-Editor based in New York or Washington, DC to produce clear, timely foreign policy explainers and edit CFR-produced content—from commentaries and explainers to trackers—for general audiences.

This full-time role requires newsroom instincts, strong writing and editing skills, and the ability to work quickly in a deadline-driven environment. Onsite four days per week; some remote days may be possible as schedule permits.