--- title: 'News Assistant, Data at The New York Times' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/news-assistant-data-the-new-york-times-new-york-06ejapqftkq9' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-12' --- # News Assistant, Data at The New York Times - **Company:** The New York Times - **Location:** New York, NY - **Compensation:** $68k–$68k - **Posted:** 2026-09-11 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/thenewyorktimes/jobs/4732851005 ## Job description The [mission](https://www.nytco.com/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 Newsroom Operations team is looking for a news assistant to work on our data journalism teams – with a focus on elections and weather data – in a support role with varied tasks and responsibilities. You will be an engaged and collegial team member who is able to support reporters and editors across a range of responsibilities. Organization, flexibility and a desire to learn new skills are critical to success in this role. This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office a minimum of four days each week. Responsibilities: - Assist with data entry for [poll collection pages](https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/polls/congressional-vote-2026.html) - Fact-checking and verifying figures in stories, charts and polling releases - Gathering information and calling county officials to verify what data they will have on election night - Help manage the audience accounts, i.e. generate, proofread and fact-check audience-related tasks - Assisting in project management by keeping documentation and project boards up-to-date - Monitor audience metrics for the weather team - Eagerly tackle new responsibilities as the need arises - Demonstrate support and understanding of our [value of journalistic independence](https://www.nytco.com/company/mission-and-values/) and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world. - You will report to the Director, Newsroom Operations Basic Qualifications: - 1+ years experience with Google Workspace, including Google Sheets - 1+ years experience in a role requiring research, data journalism or fact checking - ## Experience in a fast-paced environment - Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem solving skills; attention to detail - Attention to detail, organization and self-directedness - Comfort talking to people on the phone Preferred Qualifications: - Interest in elections and/or weather - Excellent communication skills - A passion for learning about new tools and journalism formats - Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines - Any experience in a coding language or expert level spreadsheet skills This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY. REQ-020625 Additional Compensation and Benefits: For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs. For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process. The annual base pay range for this role is between: $67,626—$68,000 USD Candidate Use of GenAI Tools: We’re excited to learn more about you and your experience. To keep our hiring process as fair and authentic as possible, we ask that you submit your own work and not use GenAI tools to generate substantive content during the application and interview process. If you’re an engineering candidate, we’ll let you know what specific GenAI tools you are permitted to use for your technical assessment. The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)’s Know Your Rights Poster is available [here](https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal). The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response. For information about The New York Times' privacy practices for job applicants, click [here](https://nytco-assets.nytimes.com/2020/06/NYT_Applicant_Privacy_Policy.pdf). Please beware of fraudulent job postings. Scammers may post fraudulent job opportunities, and they may even make fraudulent employment offers. This is done by bad actors to collect personal information and money from victims. All legitimate job opportunities from The New York Times will be accessible through [The New York Times careers site](https://www.nytco.com/careers/). The New York Times will not ask job applicants for financial information or for payment, and will not refer you to a third party to do so. You should never send money to anyone who suggests they can provide employment with The New York Times. If you see a fake or fraudulent job posting, or if you suspect you have received a fraudulent offer, you can report it to The New York Times at NYTapplicants@nytimes.com. You can also file a report with the [Federal Trade Commission](https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/) or your [state attorney general](https://www.naag.org/our-work/center-for-consumer-protection/consumer-file-a-complaint/). ## About The New York Times ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: The New York Times is a global media organization dedicated to independent journalism, seeking the truth and helping people understand the world. - **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: NYT) - **Headquarters**: New York City, USA - **Founded**: 1851 - **Founders**: Henry Jarvis Raymond and George Jones ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: News media, journalism, digital publishing - **Target customers**: B2C – curious readers worldwide, both print and digital subscribers - **Mission**: “To seek the truth and help people understand the world” [nytco.com](https://www.nytco.com/mission-and-values/) ## Products & Services - **The New York Times (Print & Digital)**: Core daily newspaper and digital subscription offering news, opinion, and analysis; includes a paywall with tiered access. - **NYT Games**: Word games, puzzles, and interactive content (e.g., Wordle, Spelling Bee, Crossword). - **NYT Cooking**: Recipe database, cooking guides, and meal‑planning tools. - **Wirecutter**: Product review and recommendation service (owned by The Times). - **The Athletic**: Sports‑focused subscription news site (acquired in 2022). - **NYT Audio**: Podcasts, narrated articles, and audio journalism. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Publicly traded on the NYSE under ticker **NYT**; market cap fluctuates with the stock (not provided in the search results). - **Key Metric**: Over **150 million readers reach the Times each month** across all platforms [nytco.com](https://www.nytco.com/careers/job-listings/). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: The Ochs‑Sulzberger family controls the company through a dual‑class stock structure, ensuring editorial independence. Institutional investors include Vanguard, BlackRock, and others. - **Growth Signals**: - Digital subscription base continues to grow, with millions of paid subscribers. - Expansion into new product verticals (Games, Cooking, Audio, Sports). - Reported from more than **170 countries and territories in 2024** [nytco.com](https://www.nytco.com/our-culture/). - Strong brand trust and loyalty driving recurring revenue. ## Competitive Advantages - **Brand trust & legacy**: Over 170 years of independent journalism with a commitment to impartiality and integrity. - **Large, engaged subscriber base**: High‑quality, paid audience that advertisers value. - **Diversified revenue streams**: Subscriptions, advertising, and ancillary products (Games, Cooking, Wirecutter, The Athletic). - **Dual‑class ownership**: Protects editorial independence from short‑term market pressures. - **Data‑driven product innovation**: Machine learning, data science, and engineering teams optimize reader experience and personalization. ## Strategic Focus - “Become the essential subscription for every curious person seeking to understand and engage with the world” [nytco.com](https://www.nytco.com/careers/job-listings/). - Drive digital subscription growth and reduce reliance on print advertising. - Expand the product portfolio beyond news (games, cooking, audio, sports). - Invest in technology, data analytics, and AI to improve content discovery and reader engagement. - Maintain journalistic excellence and global reporting footprint. ## Why Work Here - **Culture highlights**: Values of Independence, Integrity, Curiosity, Excellence, Respect, and Collaboration. Emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and employee development [nytco.com](https://www.nytco.com/our-culture/). - **Work policy**: Primarily office‑based in New York City, though some flexible arrangements exist; roles range from fully on‑site to hybrid. - **Notable perks**: Career development programs (e.g., Newsroom Fellowship, Local Investigations Fellowship, Times Corps), vibrant employee communities, global benefits, and a strong commitment to employee well‑being [nytco.com](https://www.nytco.com/careers/). - **Engineering/Product culture**: Data scientists, software engineers, and product designers work together to build best‑in‑class digital experiences. The company encourages curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. ## Sources 1. [nytco.com - About Us](https://www.nytco.com/about-us/) 2. [nytco.com - Careers](https://www.nytco.com/careers/) 3. [nytco.com - Our Culture](https://www.nytco.com/our-culture/) 4. [nytco.com - Job Listings](https://www.nytco.com/careers/job-listings/) 5. 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