FT Specialist Newsroom Fellow

About the role

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. Our commitment to a fair and inclusive workplace 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. The role / Position overview FT Specialist is offering an internal opportunity to join its Journalism Fellowship Program, a one-year rotational program running from September 7, 2026, through August 27, 2027 . Fellows will rotate across editorial teams, gaining hands-on experience in reporting, interviewing, research, and content production while working alongside reporters, editors, and subject matter experts across FT Specialist. The program is designed for colleagues interested in developing journalism and storytelling skills and gaining exposure to specialist business reporting. Fellows will receive ongoing mentorship and coaching from senior editorial leaders throughout the program.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a year-long rotational program across different editorial teams.
• Gain hands-on experience in news gathering, interviewing, document analysis, and story crafting.
• Produce content in various formats including written articles, video, and graphics.
• Attend editorial meetings and collaborate with editors and peers.
• Build a portfolio of published clips and cultivate professional sources.
• Receive regular mentorship from a group managing editor.
• Required skills / experience
• Recent undergraduate degree (Master's degree holders are not eligible).
• No prior journalism experience required.
• Strong desire to learn and grow within the field of journalism.
• Eagerness to uncover and communicate compelling stories.
• Curiosity about business and economic topics.
• What's in it for you? Our benefits
• We've embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.
• Accessibility
• 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 talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help.
• Further information
• This role pays a salary of $65,000 for the year . The disclosed salary estimate is for our NYC office and has not been adjusted for other locations.
• Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all

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