Investigative Foreign Policy Reporter

Quincy; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Plan

Professional Development

Job summary

The Quincy Institute is seeking a motivated reporter for Responsible Statecraft to break news and illuminate the forces shaping U.S. foreign policy from Washington, Capitol Hill, and beyond.

Based in Washington, D.C., this full-time role requires in-person presence three days a week, with flexible scheduling and close collaboration with editors. The reporter will cover federal policy intersects, develop original content, and manage social media tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated background knowledge of U.S. foreign policy and national security and Washington politics.
• Interest in Quincy Institute and Responsible Statecraft mission, with familiarity in realism & restraint.
• Strong reporting, research, and source-cultivation skills in foreign policy and national security.
• At least 3 years of professional journalism experience and familiarity with AP Style.
• Ability to engage audiences on social platforms such as X, TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily and weekly news on foreign policy and national security in Washington, Capitol Hill, and internationally.
• Cover events and produce a fast-paced stream of RS content (short Qiosks and longer pieces), about 2–3 per week.
• Cultivate sources and break news on a consistent basis.
• Assist with RS social media engagements and publishing tasks.
• Help brainstorm daily editorial schedule, story ideas, and special packages.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Foreign policy knowledge

Source cultivation

Investigative reporting

Strong writing

Social media engagement

Data analysis basics

AP Style familiarity

Tools

AP Style

Job description

The Quincy Institute is seeking a motivated reporter for Responsible Statecraft to break news and illuminate the forces shaping U.S. foreign policy from Washington, Capitol Hill, and beyond.

Based in Washington, D.C., this full-time role requires in-person presence three days a week, with flexible scheduling and close collaboration with editors. The reporter will cover federal policy intersects, develop original content, and manage social media tasks as needed.