News Reporting Intern - Sunday Issue (10 weeks, 24 hours a week)

About the role

The New York Post Internship Program offers a dynamic, hands-on experience designed to give interns exposure to real world work within the media and news industry. Our interns are highly valued team members who work on meaningful projects that directly impact our business. Throughout the program, interns participate in career building masterclasses that support their professional growth and have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with peers and key leaders in the company.

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.

We are searching for a part-time Sunday Intern (24 hrs/week) to join our team this fall! As part of the New York Post’s Sunday news team, you’ll contribute to a vital part of the paper that is widely read and relied upon by our audience across the country.

Responsibilities

• Pitch your own story ideas to the team, with the chance to execute approved stories—sometimes working directly with a lead reporter.
• Assist reporters with research by gathering information from sources like social media, databases, and other digital tools.
• Go on location to report, gather quotes, and observe key moments, feeding notes back to the lead reporter.
• Help craft hard-hitting, engaging stories for the Sunday Edition by contributing to the writing and development of articles.
• Collaborate with the team to cover everything from breaking news and in-depth features to entertainment and celebrity culture.

Requirements

• A keen sense of news judgment and the ability to identify compelling stories.
• A passion for hard news, with an interest in entertainment and celebrity culture.
• A self-starter who can work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
• Strong writing skills and a creative mindset, with an eagerness to dive into a variety of stories.
• Knowledge of New York City and its surrounding areas is preferred, but not required.
• A deep interest in journalism and a desire to work on a high-impact team producing the nation’s most anticipated news coverage each Sunday.

Qualifications

Open to current juniors and seniors pursuing a BA, MA students, and recent graduates who completed their degree within the past year.

Pay

Base Pay Range: $20/hour - $20/hour

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

Schedule

Note: This internship is scheduled to run from September 14, 2026 - November 20, 2026. Participants are expected to work part time hours and adhere to our on-site work schedule.

This position requires in-office attendance at our Midtown Manhattan office.