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About the Role
This internship offers the opportunity to connect and collaborate across the FT, develop ideas that drive growth, present work to US leadership, and gain valuable insights. You will work closely with the FT’s US data journalism team, enhancing reporting with analysis and visualization, and pitching and producing original work.
Responsibilities
- Source, collect and clean data for news stories and other pieces
- Create data graphics and perform analyses, often on deadline
- Collaborate with US data team members, and our data colleagues in London, on larger projects
- Work closely with beat reporters to conceive and create effective graphics
- Pitch and produce original pieces for editors in New York and London
Requirements
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.
- Resume
- A cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit, and explaining your interest in joining our team
- Two relevant clips
- Original reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism.
- 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.
Skills
- Some experience creating clear and engaging graphics (ie. Flourish, Datawrapper, ggplot2)
- Some experience analysing datasets in a journalism context
- Strong writing and communication skills
- Experience reporting and writing news is an advantage
- Familiarity with sources of US data, especially financial, economic and political data
- Programming fluency, in a language of your choice, is an advantage
- Specific knowledge of business, economics and financial markets is an advantage
Location
- US
- London
- New York
- Hong Kong
- Beijing
- Manila
- Sofia
- San Francisco
- Tokyo
Work Type
- Internship
- In-office (minimum three days a week)
Experience Level
- Student
- Intern
Education Level
- Student
Salary/Compensations
- $22 per hour for 40 hours per week
Benefits
- Mentorship and support from a dedicated Buddy
About the Company
- The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading business news organisations, recognised internationally for its authority, integrity, and accuracy.
- At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded.
- In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.
- The FT has a record paying readership of 1.6 million, more than 1.4 million of which are digital subscriptions.
- It is part of Nikkei Inc., which provides a broad range of information, news, and services for the global business community.
- We have offices in more than 35 countries.
Equal Opportunity
- 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 comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination.
- 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.