New York Times Editing Residency 2027–2029: Paid Two-Year Programme for Early-Career Journalists
The New York Times Editing Residency 2027–2029 is a paid, full-time two-year programme designed to develop early-career journalists into newsroom editors through practical experience and desk rotations.
Overview
The New York Times Editing Residency 2027–2029 is an early-career professional development programme that selects three participants to work full time within The New York Times newsroom. Starting in late January 2027, the two-year residency combines hands-on editing experience, structured training, speaker programmes, and rotations across multiple newsroom desks to strengthen editorial judgment, clarity, and precision.
Benefits
- Paid full-time employment with employee benefits.
- Rotations across different desks within The New York Times newsroom.
- Participation in dedicated training and speaker programmes.
- Guidance and mentorship from experienced journalists and newsroom leaders.
Eligibility
- Must possess between two and seven years of professional journalism experience.
- Demonstrated commitment to the craft of editing, such as reviewing scripts, editing reported articles, or managing workflows.
- Strong editorial judgment and the ability to work collaboratively.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official application platform before the deadline.
For more details, you can visit the application page.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.