Sleep & Appliance Team, Wirecutter Intern
- Internship, onsite
- The New York Times
- New York, United States of America
Salary undisclosed
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The mission 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.
About The Position
Wirecutter is seeking an editorial intern to embed with our team that covers large appliances, vacuums and floor care products, and mattresses, bedding, and sleep gear.
As an intern, you will report directly to the team’s supervising editor. This role is based out of our office and test facility in Long Island City, New York.
Responsibilities
Wirecutter strives to be the most trusted product recommendation service on the internet. We obsessively test and report on thousands of items each year to recommend the best of everything. Our goal is to save you time and eliminate the stress of shopping, whether you’re looking for everyday gear or gifts for loved ones. We work with total editorial independence. That means nothing appears on the site as a recommendation unless our writers and editors have deemed it the best through our rigorous reporting and testing. Wirecutter was founded in September 2011 and acquired by The New York Times Company in October 2016. Wirecutter is mission driven and reader supported; learn more about us here .
REQ-017363
The hourly rate of base pay for this role is:
$20 — $20 USD
The New York Times is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Our journalism and the products we build in the service of that journalism greatly benefit from a range of perspectives, which can only come from diversity of all types, across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. Achieving true diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do. It is also the smart thing for our business. So we strongly encourage women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender nonconforming candidates to apply.
The New York Times Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does 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 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 [email protected] . Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
The Company will further consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable "Fair Chance" laws.
The New York Times Company follows the pay transparency and non-discrimination provisions outlined by the United States Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. Click here for details.
For information about The New York Times' privacy practices for job applicants click here .
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 . 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 [email protected] . You can also file a report with the Federal Trade Commission or your state attorney general .
About The Position
Wirecutter is seeking an editorial intern to embed with our team that covers large appliances, vacuums and floor care products, and mattresses, bedding, and sleep gear.
As an intern, you will report directly to the team’s supervising editor. This role is based out of our office and test facility in Long Island City, New York.
Responsibilities
- Work with writers and editors in our test lab to design and execute testing of appliances, cleaning products, vacuums, mattresses, and other products.
- Help conduct panel testing with focus groups.
- Assist with placing product orders for testing and unboxing and organizing products once they arrive at the office space. Pitch in with set-ups and clean-ups pertaining to product testing.
- Contribute research, reporting, and writing to product guides and articles when appropriate. Pitch ideas within our team and to related teams when applicable.
- Participate in off-site visits to company headquarters and showrooms.
- 6+ months of Journalistic experience or training
- Enthusiasm for product research and testing methods. Experience working in a laboratory or research-focused setting is a plus.
- Strong research skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills; strong ability to collaborate within a busy team in a dynamic setting.
- Self-organized and motivated, with effective communication skills.
- Ability to work independently when necessary, with minimal oversight.
- Interest in video, social media, and visual storytelling is a plus.
- Ability to work on deadline on multiple projects.
- General enthusiasm for the beats our team covers.
- Strong creativity and problem-solving skills.
- The duration is 10 weeks long, starting on June 2, 2025.
- The rate of pay for this role is $20.00 per hour.
- Interns work 40 hours per week.
Wirecutter strives to be the most trusted product recommendation service on the internet. We obsessively test and report on thousands of items each year to recommend the best of everything. Our goal is to save you time and eliminate the stress of shopping, whether you’re looking for everyday gear or gifts for loved ones. We work with total editorial independence. That means nothing appears on the site as a recommendation unless our writers and editors have deemed it the best through our rigorous reporting and testing. Wirecutter was founded in September 2011 and acquired by The New York Times Company in October 2016. Wirecutter is mission driven and reader supported; learn more about us here .
REQ-017363
The hourly rate of base pay for this role is:
$20 — $20 USD
The New York Times is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Our journalism and the products we build in the service of that journalism greatly benefit from a range of perspectives, which can only come from diversity of all types, across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. Achieving true diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do. It is also the smart thing for our business. So we strongly encourage women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender nonconforming candidates to apply.
The New York Times Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does 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 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 [email protected] . Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
The Company will further consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable "Fair Chance" laws.
The New York Times Company follows the pay transparency and non-discrimination provisions outlined by the United States Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. Click here for details.
For information about The New York Times' privacy practices for job applicants click here .
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 . 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 [email protected] . You can also file a report with the Federal Trade Commission or your state attorney general .
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