US Newsroom Intern

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.

At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.

In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.

Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.

Build a newsworthy career at the FT.

At the FT, we are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone has equal opportunity to succeed. We welcome and value different perspectives and strive to ensure all employees are heard and supported. We believe people do their best work when they can be themselves and have the flexibility they need to balance their work and personal lives. We are an equal opportunity employer and align with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination.

We are looking for passionate and motivated students who are interested in pursuing a career in media to join our team! This program is a paid, ten week summer internship from June to August 2026.

Our internships offer the opportunity to connect and collaborate across the FT — in the US and globally. You’ll develop ideas that help drive our growth, present your work to US leadership, and gain valuable insights from across the business. Plus, you’ll be paired with a dedicated Buddy to provide mentorship and support throughout your experience.

We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning.

Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

The FT’s US Editorial Summer Internship offers aspiring journalists a front-row seat to the fast-paced world of global news. This is your chance to learn from — and contribute to — a dynamic multimedia newsroom that values curiosity, creativity, and sharp storytelling.

No two days are the same. From breaking stories and in-depth research to innovative digital projects, you’ll work alongside editors and reporters to bring ambitious journalism to life. We’re looking for versatile, driven interns who are eager to dig into stories that matter and help shape how the world understands the news.

• Pitching, reporting, and writing original news stories
• Conducting interviews and developing sources
• Assisting senior correspondents with research and reporting
• Curating newsletters and contributing to digital projects
• Collaborating with staffers on special projects
• Carrying out background research and document analysis

• Proven interest in journalism
• Some experience or knowledge of financial journalism, business, economics, or related areas
• Curiosity about global markets, companies, and economies
• Initiative to pitch and complete story ideas
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Strong communication and writing skills across platforms
• Sound news judgment and high ethical standards

To apply please be sure to include the following documents in your application

• Resume
• A cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit, and explaining your interest in joining our team
• Three writing samples or published clips

• The internship will be full time from June 1st 2026 - Aug 7th 2026. Before applying, please ensure you will be available on these dates.
• This is a hybrid internship, meaning you are required to work from our New York office at least 2-3 days per week, the rest of the week can be from home.
• This is being advertised in partnership with the Dow Jones News Fund, a weeklong, all-expenses-paid training program that our intern will take part in before starting in our newsroom. The intern we select should be present for training from May 22nd, 2026 to May 30th, 2026. 

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $20 per hour. To ensure pay fairness, the successful candidate will be offered a rate within the estimated range based on a number of considerations including but not limited to: skills; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organisational needs. The disclosed range estimate is for our NYC office and has not been adjusted for other locations.

Original reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism. Our readers trust us to produce quality journalism that is accurate, fair and insightful. For this reason, FT editorial staff do not use AI tools to write articles or create reader-facing content.

AI may be used in specific, pre-approved cases to assist with research, such as in data investigations. We expect internship applicants to refrain from using AI in writing tests or written materials submitted during the application process. All submissions must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences.

Candidates may use AI to assist with research and interview preparation. However, the use of AI throughout the application process is monitored to ensure fairness and transparency for all applicants.

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email [email protected] and a member of our team will be happy to help.