Opinion Intern at Dow Jones

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Journalism, Media, PublishingIndustries

Requirements

Juniors, seniors, or recent graduates (within one year of graduation)
Reporting and writing experience at school newspapers or elsewhere
Beginning journalists intending to pursue a career in journalism
Views broadly consistent with the WSJ Opinion section’s philosophy
Familiarity with and interest in the ideas of the WSJ editorial page
Direct experience writing, and ideally editing, in a journalism context
Demonstrated ability to multitask and meet daily deadlines
Familiarity with technology as it relates to journalism
Social media experience with a publication or brand (preferred)
Demonstrated familiarity with the section’s content (especially attractive)
Students from Journalism, Communications, Economics, Political Science, International Studies, History, Foreign Language, Statistics, Finance, Pre-Law, Science, Business, Marketing, Religious Studies, or Philosophy (preferred; others welcome with justification in cover letter)
U.S. citizen, green card holder, or holder of a visa that allows work
Submit complete application by Nov. 30, 2025, in one single PDF: cover letter, résumé, links or full text of three best clips, and response to one specified prompt (max 600 words)
Separate applications required for Opinion, Books, or Arts in Review positions

Responsibilities

Work in-person in New York City office for 10 weeks (June-August, flexible start dates)
Assigned to a department: Features (Op-Eds and Columns), Arts in Review, or Books
Assist in researching, writing, and editing content for print and digital editions
Contribute to social media and digital production tasks as needed
Pitch articles or projects to editors in other parts of the Opinion section

Skills

Reporting

Writing

Editing

Research

Journalism

Op-Eds

Columns

Social Media

Digital Production

Deadline Management

Dow Jones

Provides business news and financial data

About Dow Jones

Dow Jones provides business news, financial information, and data intelligence to financial firms, professionals, and investors globally. Its main products include the Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, and Factiva, which offer timely news, exclusive insights, and comprehensive data sets. Additionally, Dow Jones offers risk and compliance solutions to help businesses navigate issues like anti-money laundering and economic sanctions. Unlike many competitors, Dow Jones focuses on a subscription-based model, data licensing, and advertising revenue, utilizing its extensive media and data resources to equip clients with the necessary information for informed decision-making.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1881Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Family Care Benefits

Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support

Commuter Transit Program

Subscription Discounts

Employee Referral Program

Education Benefits

Retirement Plans

Comprehensive Insurance Plans

Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources

Risks

Competition from digital-native platforms like Bloomberg and Reuters is increasing.

AI-generated content threatens traditional journalism models.

Subscription fatigue may impact Dow Jones' revenue model.

Differentiation

Dow Jones offers a unique blend of news, data, and risk compliance solutions.

The Wall Street Journal is America's largest newspaper by total average circulation.

Dow Jones provides content in 28 languages, enhancing global reach.

Upsides

Increased demand for real-time financial news boosts subscription-based services.

AI-driven journalism tools enhance content creation and personalization.

Growing importance of ESG data creates opportunities for expanded offerings.

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