News Associate
Dow Jones
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- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 5 years
- Must know
- Data analysis
- Work
- On-site in New York
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
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- Nov 10, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Wall Street Journal is seeking early career journalists for a two-year News Associate program, offering on-the-job experience in our newsroom. This program is designed to lead to a permanent reporting position. As a News Associate, you will receive mentorship and training in fact-based, ethical journalism. A key component is a six-month reporting assignment in a regional U.S. news bureau, with accommodation provided.
Key Responsibilities
Over two years, you will rotate through different departments, gaining skills in:
- News reporting and source development: Learn to break news and build your network of contacts.
- Content strategy and audience engagement: Understand how to grow and connect with our readership.
- Story editing and refinement: Craft compelling narratives from complex information.
- Visual storytelling and data analysis: Use data and visuals to tell powerful stories.
- Podcast and video production: Produce engaging multimedia content.
- AI innovation: Explore the future of journalism with cutting-edge technology.
Upon successful completion of the rotation, you will transition into a dedicated role within the newsroom.
Requirements & Tech Stack
This opportunity is designed for aspiring journalists, including recent graduates and those with up to five years of experience. We are looking for applicants committed to a career in journalism who thrive in a high-pressure, team-oriented environment.
Specifically, you should have:
- Professional newsroom or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong writing and data-reporting skills, with an understanding of web analytics.
- A hunger for news and a strong grasp of current affairs and the digital media landscape.
- A willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
Qualifications
- This is a two-year program that is expected to lead to a permanent reporting position.
- A highlight of the development plan is a six-month reporting assignment in a regional U.S. news bureau, with accommodation provided.
- To begin in summer 2027.