2027 AI Newsroom Developer Fellowship Program
Hearst Newspapers
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed
- Must know
- NetworkingData analysisSocial media
- Work
- On-site in San Francisco
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Networking30%Social media4%Data analysis2%of 47 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 5, 2026 · still open
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About the Fellowship
The Hearst Fellowship for Newsroom AI Development is a one-year program focused on building tools for journalists and experiences for readers with cutting-edge technology. The successful candidate will embed on the DevHub, Hearst's San Francisco-based editorial innovation team, working on AI-assisted projects, tools, and news products with core product and engineering teams and top metro newsrooms. Fellows will receive training, mentorship, and real-world experience alongside journalist-programmers building interactive experiences and automation tools focused on connecting with local communities. Fellows are full-time employees with competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance, relocation allowance, and a housing stipend. The program aims for Fellows to earn full-time employment at the end of the term.
What You'll Do
- Create AI tools for newsrooms and experiences for readers that adhere to strict editorial standards and company policies.
- Work with newsrooms on best practices for AI usage.
- Enrich existing tools and interactives with fresh approaches to workflows, data analysis, and visualization.
- Innovate with new technology to benefit journalists and the communities covered.
What You'll Bring
- Experience with AI, data journalism, and programming.
- College graduates with interest, experience, or background in journalism and AI.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Willingness to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area.
- Work a hybrid in-office schedule.
- Submit all required documents in PDF format:
- One-page resume including past journalistic experience, academic major and minor, date or expected date of graduation, addresses, email, website, and social media addresses (if applicable).
- Reference page with three work references including titles, email addresses, and phone numbers.
- Page with links to portfolio or digital work samples.
- Deadline to apply: Jan. 4, 2027.
- Applicants must have the right to work in the U.S. without immigration sponsorship.
Selection Process
- Hearst DevHub team members will conduct multiple interviews and test top candidates.
- If offered and accepted, you will be assigned a mentor and help develop relationships with seasoned professionals.