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Job Description :

News Intern

The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture and

Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence and authority averaging 90 million unique

viewers a month. Over the past 224 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media

company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television and commerce.

The New York Post is the home of some of the most iconic headlines in journalism, delivering

bold and fearless news to millions of readers. Our coverage is fast, accurate, and compelling,

with breaking news stories that shape the national conversation. We’re known for our relentless

pursuit of the truth and our ability to deliver news in a way that’s both informative and engaging.

Do you have a passion for hard news and want to experience the thrill of breaking stories in one

of the most fast-paced, high-energy newsrooms in the world? The New York Post is looking for

a dynamic, motivated News Intern (24 hrs/week) to join our legendary team this spring.

You’ll be right at the heart of the action, contributing to the news coverage that millions rely on

every day. This is your chance to work with an iconic media brand and gain hands-on

experience covering breaking news that shapes the city, from government to crime to courts,

while contributing to the headlines our readers turn to every day. Whether you’re on-site at City

Hall, in police bureaus, or at courthouses, you’ll gain invaluable experience in reporting, writing,

and news gathering, all while working alongside seasoned journalists in a fast-paced,

deadline-driven environment. This internship offers the unique opportunity to learn from the best

and develop your skills as a journalist, with your work contributing directly to the New York

Post’s renowned coverage.

Let’s make headlines together!

Note: This internship is scheduled to run from February 2, 2026 - April 10, 2026 . Participants

are expected to work part time hours and adhere to our on-site work schedule. Open to current

juniors and seniors pursuing a BA, MA students, and recent graduates who completed their

degree within the past year

What You’ll Do:

• Cover breaking news stories across a variety of beats, including government, crime, and

courts, ensuring our readers get the latest updates.

• Spend time on-site at City Hall, police bureaus, and courthouses, gathering firsthand

information and witnessing the news as it unfolds.

• Shadow experienced reporters to understand the ins and outs of the news-gathering

process and gain invaluable mentorship.

• Assist in developing story ideas and pitches that resonate with our audience, ensuring

we stay ahead of the curve.

• Research, verify, and fact-check information to support ongoing stories and

investigations, ensuring accuracy and credibility.

• Write and contribute to breaking news stories under the guidance of editors and

reporters, meeting the high standards of the New York Post.

• Stay informed on current events, contributing fresh insights and input on trending topics

that are driving conversations across the city.

What We’re Looking For:

• A keen interest in hard news and a natural ability to spot compelling stories that resonate

with our audience.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks under tight deadlines

in a fast-paced newsroom.

• A passion for New York City and a solid understanding of its landscape, from

government to local communities.

• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn from seasoned journalists, with a desire to

get out in the field and experience news firsthand.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clear, concise,

and engaging news stories.

• Familiarity with entertainment and celebrity culture is a plus, but the focus is on hard

news coverage.

• Bilingual in Spanish and/or access to a personal vehicle is a plus.

As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the

terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national

origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected

by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable

accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to

enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential

functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.

Pay: $17/hr

As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship. ​

Pay Range: $17/Hr - $17/Hr

At the New York Post, we’re passionate about providing readers with the best in National News, Sports, Entertainment, and Lifestyle like only the Post can – with wit, irreverence and authority.

**OUR BRANDS:** Include The New York Post (https://nypost.com/) : expert news, extensive, award-winning sports coverage, and insider commentary, Page Six (https://pagesix.com/) : an influential leader in celebrity and entertainment news, Decider.com : helping the on-demand generation discover the best streaming content, and Alexa (https://nypost.com/alexa/) : our luxury lifestyle print edition focused on the best in luxury fashion, real estate and travel.

**OUR REACH:** People love us. We are one of the largest growing digital networks, averaging over 90 million unique visitors a month! Our social footprint continues to expand across Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/NYPost/) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/nypost) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nypost/?hl=en) , TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@nypost?lang=en) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@nypost/videos) , where our videos average 313 million monthly views.

**OUR PEOPLE:** The Post team is a group of diverse, creative, passionate minds – ever evolving and innovating. We believe news doesn’t have to be boring to be news… so we make sure it isn’t!

**OUR GROWTH:** An ever evolving multi-platform media company, we span print, digital, video, social, podcast, app, commerce/affiliate, original TV programming, and Post Sports+ (https://nypost.com/account/subscribe) , our newly launched Sports membership experience!

We’re growing. Come join us!