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Applications Open for The Wall Street Journal News Associates Program in New York!

The Wall Street Journal is seeking early-career journalists for its News Associates Program, a paid, two-year opportunity offering hands-on newsroom experience and mentorship. This position provides immersive training in fact-based, ethical journalism with a six-month reporting assignment at a regional U.S. bureau, including housing.

Throughout the two-year program, associates will rotate across multiple departments, gaining experience in:

• News reporting and source development

• Content strategy and audience engagement

• Story editing and narrative refinement

• Visual storytelling and data analysis

• Podcast and video production

• AI innovation and digital journalism tools

The program begins in summer 2026 and is open to recent graduates and early-career professionals with up to five years of experience.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must have prior newsroom or equivalent professional experience

• Must demonstrate strong writing, data-reporting and analytical skills

• Must have a strong grasp of current events and the digital media landscape

• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends

• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Associates will earn $36 per hour ($65,520 annually).

To apply, submit one PDF file containing a cover letter, resume, a 500-word response to the prompt “How has your economic experience growing up shaped your career goals?” and three samples of published work. 

Applications close Dec. 12, 2025, at midnight EST. Interested applicants can learn more and apply here.