The New York Times
Fellow, Upshot
$82K
New York, NY · Full-time · Posted Oct 19, 2026
- Experience
- Typically at least one year of reporting experience or equivalent; no more than five years of full-time professional journalism experience, excluding internships.
- Visa sponsorship
- Will not sponsor work visas; considers applicants with valid work authorization or a valid student visa extendable through Optional Practical Training.
About the job
The Upshot fellow pitches and reports analytical and explanatory journalism, using data, visuals, or interactive formats to help readers understand complex topics.
What you'll do
- Gather and analyze data, then create news articles or graphics presenting the analysis.
- Pitch original ideas and contribute to team projects; report and write on complex topics.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the newsroom and participate in fellowship training and social programs.
What they ask for
- No more than five years of full-time professional journalism experience, excluding internships.
- At least one year of reporting experience or equivalent, with technical or domain knowledge in a relevant area.
- Comfort with data or technology and readiness to pitch, report, and write on complex topics.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Nice to have
- Multiple news internships or equivalent experience.
- Track record of using statistics and data analysis to drive reporting.
Pay
$82,414.80 — $82,414.80 USD annual base pay
Tools
statistics, data analysis, information graphics, web development
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