We’re on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. At The Washington Post, you’ll help reinvent news. Our work is driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.
About Our Team
The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning News and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.
Why This Role Matters
The Washington Post is looking for a careful, nimble researcher to join its Opinions section on a 6-month contract, with potential for extension. They will ensure all factual material included in articles is correct and supported with reliable sources, ensuring high standards of accuracy. They will also read and edit opinion articles for style, clarity and consistency.
The ideal candidate will have an eye for detail and thrive working in high-pressure news environments. They should have previous experience fact-checking, copy-editing or editing or proofreading for news or media organizations. They will be able to efficiently multitask and pivot between articles across a variety of subject areas. They will also have strong communication skills and feel comfortable working with op-ed editors and other team members on tight schedules. They should feel comfortable adopting new systems, tools and technology to bolster their work.
What Motivates You
- You have strong attention to detail and communication skills.
- You are comfortable in fast-moving environments and on deadline.
- You believe in factual opinion journalism that combines accurate reporting with a clear perspective.
- You are excited about the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in national media.
How You’ll Support The Mission
- Review Opinion stories to ensure they contain accurate factual material, including names, dates and figures.
- Edit stories for style and clarity
- Collaborate with op-ed editors to strengthen argument.,
- Work with senior opinion leaders to update and optimize workflows, trainings and resources for editing
- Use trusted sources to verify information and ensure stories are up-to-date.
- This position may include some work in the evenings or weekends.
The Skills and Experience You Bring
- 5+ years of experience with a news organization.
- Previous experience fact-checking or copy-editing.
- Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- A keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- Preferably have experience training others for style, process and standards
Your story awaits. Apply today!
Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience with a news organization
- Previous experience fact-checking or copy-editing
- Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Keen eye for detail and accuracy
- Strong communication skills
- Experience training others on style, process, and standards
The Washington Post Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Washington Post and has not been reviewed or approved by The Washington Post.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans, robust mental‑health resources, and for Guild‑covered roles, employer‑paid single coverage plus an HRA for certain travel needs. Feedback suggests these features make core health benefits a reliable anchor even as specifics can vary by role.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is highlighted at a generous level for all new parents, alongside backup care, caregiver concierge, and gender‑affirming services in some postings. These family‑forward supports stand out within the broader package.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent union agreements secured across‑the‑board raises and significantly higher salary floors for lower‑paid cohorts, with automatic increases beginning in 2024. Feedback suggests these gains improved satisfaction at the lower end even as overall pay views remain varied.
The Washington Post Insights
What We Do
The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions. The Post is as much a tech company as it is a media company, combining world-class journalism with the latest technology and tools so readers can interact with The Post anytime, anywhere. Our approach is always the same– shape ideas, redefine speed, take ownership and lead. Every employee, every project, every day.
Why Work With Us
Rapidly growing, this team is committed to creating excellent experiences and products worthy of our tradition and our future. Our dedication to innovation, excellence and integrity are at the core of what we do, and why our employees are proud to call The Post their home.
