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2027 National Hearst Journalism Fellowship Program

San Francisco, CAHybridFull TimePosted 12 days ago

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Required skills

Hearst Journalism Fellowship
journalism
digital reporting
investigative journalism
breaking news
audience engagement
data journalism
visual storytelling
multimedia creator
newsroom tech

Nice to have

recent college grads
early-career journalists
public service journalism
relocate
new beats
modern newsroom environment

Role summary

The Hearst Journalism Fellowship is a prestigious, full-time, two-year program designed to launch the careers of aspiring journalists. Fellows will complete two 12-month rotations at leading Hearst newspapers, working with award-winning journalists and learning about digital reporting, investigative journalism, breaking news, and audience engagement. The program offers competitive salary and benefits, relocation allowance, housing stipend, personalized career development, and mentorship. Ideal candidates are recent college graduates or early-career journalists with a background in journalism, a passion for public service, and a willingness to relocate. This fellowship aims to provide a launchpad for a long-term career in journalism with Hearst Newspapers.

Role Overview

Are you ready to launch your journalism career with one of the most respected names in media?

The Hearst Journalism Fellowship is a prestigious, full-time, two-year opportunity designed to catapult the next generation of journalists into impactful careers in today’s fast-changing digital landscape.

This isn’t just a foot in the door, it’s a front-row seat to the future of journalism.

Duration: 2 yearsLocation: Rotations in San Francisco, Houston, San Antonio, Albany, or ConnecticutDeadline to Apply: January 4, 2027

What You’ll Do

Two immersive, 12-month rotations at leading Hearst newspapers—including the San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News, Albany Times Union, or one of our respected publications in Connecticut.

Work alongside Pulitzer-winning journalists and newsroom leaders who are telling powerful stories with data, video, and AI-driven tools.

Receive hands-on mentoring from seasoned editors and specialists who are invested in your growth.

Access cutting-edge newsroom tech and training in digital reporting, investigative journalism, breaking news, and audience engagement.

What’s in It for You

Full-time employment with a competitive salary and benefits from day one.

Health insurance, relocation allowance, and housing stipend (depending on location).

Personalized career development plans, mentorship, and peer networking across our national newsroom network.

The opportunity to turn your Fellowship into a long-term journalism career with Hearst Newspapers (many of our Fellows do!).

What You’ll Bring

We’re seeking bold, curious, and digitally savvy storytellers with a passion for public service journalism. You might be a reporter, digital producer, data journalist, visual storyteller, or multimedia creator.

Ideal candidates will:

Be recent college grads or early-career journalists.

Have a background or demonstrated interest in journalism or related fields.

Be eager to relocate and take on new beats in multiple cities.

Bring a hunger to learn, create, and lead in a modern newsroom environment.

How to Apply

Please submit the following in PDF format:

Resume (1 page) – Include major/minor, graduation date, contact info, and social handles.
Work Samples (1 page with clickable links).
Cover Letter (max 2 pages) – Tell us why you should be our next Fellow.
Three Professional References – Names, titles, emails, and phone numbers.
Two Letters of Recommendation – Sent directly to: fellowships@hearstnp.com.

Deadline to Apply: January 4, 2027

Additional Information

Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the full two-year duration. We are unable to sponsor work visas for this program.

Accommodations: We are committed to an accessible application process. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact hnpemployment@hearst.com. This email address is for accommodation requests only.

This is more than a fellowship. It’s your launchpad. Join us and shape the future of journalism.

Learn more at hearstfellowships.com

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