Intern, Business

Job Description :

The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence and authority averaging 90 million unique viewers a month. Over the past 223 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television and commerce.

We are seeking a talented and ambitious Business Intern (24 hours per week) to join our business desk. This is a unique opportunity to work with an iconic media brand and gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of journalism. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in business journalism and the drive to uncover quirky and compelling stories. You'll gain invaluable experience working closely with editors who will provide mentorship and guidance to help you grow your journalism skills.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with monitoring and tracking business and tech news for breaking stories.
• Help research and gather information for articles on business and tech-related topics.
• Write short, engaging summaries and articles on business trends and events.
• Support editors with fact-checking and organizing information for articles.
• Learn how to pitch story ideas and collaborate with the news team.
• Assist with updating live stories on the website to keep content fresh.
• Responsibilities may include the opportunity to contribute to features ideas and write general assignment breaking news stories on major deals and key personalities in Wall Street, Silicon Valley, and the media sector, though this will depend on skill set and workload.

Requirements:

• Strong interest in business news and emerging trends in the business, tech, and media sectors.
• Ability to write quickly, cleanly, and accurately under tight deadlines.
• Excellent news judgment and an eye for compelling business stories.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior editors and reporters.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with a passion for breaking news and a desire to pitch fresh ideas.
• Previous writing experience, internships, or coursework in journalism is a plus.

Applicants should submit a resume and writing samples with their application.

Note: This internship is scheduled to run from September 15th, 2025, to November 21st, 2025. Participants are expected to work part time hours and adhere to our hybrid office schedule.

At The New York Post we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.

As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship. ​

Pay Range: $16.50/Hr - $16.50/Hr