Senior News Assistant, News Desks

The mission (https://www.nytco.com/company/mission-and-values/) of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for.





The New York Times is seeking a senior news assistant to support the News Desk. The ideal candidate will be an engaged and collegial team member with an interest in news. Flexibility and a desire to learn new skills are critical to success in this role.

Efficiency and strong organizational skills are a must, as the assistant will work closely with editors, desk heads and projec...