Apply for the New York Times Fellowship 2027–2028: Paid Journalism Opportunity for Early-Career Journalists

Overview

The New York Times Fellowship 2027–2028 is a yearlong professional development programme designed to prepare early-career journalists for careers in the media industry. Participants work full-time within either the newsroom or the Opinion section, contributing to breaking news coverage and enterprise assignments. The programme runs from 7 June 2027 to 26 May 2028 in the United States and offers an opportunity to produce journalism for a global audience under the guidance of experienced professionals.

Who can apply

This opportunity is intended for emerging journalism professionals and early-career journalists who have fewer than five years of professional journalism experience, with internships excluded from this calculation. Applicants must be authorised to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the entire duration of the fellowship. The New York Times does not provide visa sponsorship for this programme, and candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to independent journalism along with a readiness to explore diverse storytelling formats.

What you get

Fellows receive a paid full-time position that includes benefits while gaining practical newsroom experience across traditional reporting and specialised disciplines. The cohort includes roles such as reporters, video and visual journalists, an audience editor, an AI Initiatives fellow, an elections analyst, a data journalism fellow, and an Opinion Copy Desk fellow. Participants also gain access to professional mentorship, guest speakers, and a writing coach who offers career advice and feedback to help refine their editorial judgement and writing style.

Key dates

The application deadline is 20 November 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The fellowship programme begins on 7 June 2027 and concludes on 26 May 2028.