The Reuters News Internship Program 2026 offers aspiring journalists a unique opportunity to fast-track their careers at the world’s largest international multimedia news agency. With positions available across multiple global newsrooms, the program provides hands-on experience in breaking news coverage and in-depth storytelling for a worldwide audience.
Program Overview
Duration: 12 weeks
Start Date: June 22, 2026
Application Deadline: December 12, 2025 at 1700 GMT
Interviews: February/March 2026
Format: Paid internship with hybrid work model
Available Locations and Specializations
Dakar, Senegal
The Dakar newsroom seeks an intern with strong multimedia storytelling capabilities. This position requires professional proficiency in both English and French, along with knowledge of shooting and editing video. Interns will have the opportunity to cover finance, politics, and human interest stories from West African perspectives.
Key Requirements:
- Professional proficiency in English and French
- Video shooting and editing skills
- Interest in storytelling across text and video formats
- Eligibility to work in Senegal
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Dubai newsroom position focuses on Middle Eastern coverage and requires either Farsi or Arabic fluency in addition to English proficiency. This role suits passionate journalism students or working journalists with two years or less of experience who can tell stories from new perspectives.
Key Requirements:
- Working proficiency in written and spoken English
- Fluency in either Farsi or Arabic
- Maximum two years of journalism experience
- Eligibility to work in the UAE
London, United Kingdom – Audience Team
This specialized role focuses on using data and digital tools to understand and engage global audiences with Reuters journalism. The Audience team optimizes content across various platforms including articles, newsletters, social media, push alerts, video, and podcasts.
Key Requirements:
- Strong understanding of connecting audiences with fact-based journalism
- Demonstrable interest in data-informed editorial decision-making
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Eligibility to work in the UK
London, United Kingdom – Live Pages
The Live Pages department creates direct-to-consumer scrolling multimedia feeds combining text, video, pictures, graphics, and social media in mobile-first presentations. This fast-paced role covers both scheduled events and breaking news.
Key Requirements:
- Interest in multimedia storytelling across text, video, and pictures
- Start-up mentality and enthusiasm
- Final or penultimate year of university
- Eligibility to work in the UK
São Paulo, Brazil
The São Paulo newsroom offers opportunities to cover Latin American stories for global audiences. This position requires strong English writing skills and the ability to deliver deeply reported stories on finance, politics, and social issues.
Key Requirements:
- Working proficiency in written and spoken English
- Commitment to investigative journalism
- Eligibility to work in Brazil
Seoul, South Korea
The Seoul newsroom position provides exposure to covering one of Asia’s most dynamic economies and political landscapes. Interns will develop sources and deliver in-depth stories on regional developments.
Key Requirements:
- Working proficiency in written and spoken English
- Drive to build sources and break news
- International outlook
- Eligibility to work in South Korea
What the Program Offers
Professional Development
Each intern receives an assigned Senior Editor as a mentor, providing personalized guidance throughout the 12-week placement. The program includes formal training and coaching sessions designed to develop journalism skills across multiple media formats.
Real-World Experience
Interns are expected to pitch and deliver in-depth stories during their assignments, gaining practical experience in editorial decision-making and content creation. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through coverage of real news events.
Career Advancement
Participants who excel may be considered for future opportunities at Reuters. The program serves as a pipeline for identifying and developing emerging talent in journalism.
Comprehensive Benefits
Hybrid Work Model: Flexible working environment with 2-3 days per week in the office, balancing remote and in-person collaboration.
Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way policies support managing personal and professional responsibilities, including the option to work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year.
Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning opportunities through the Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach.
Health and Wellness: Comprehensive benefit plans including flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days, access to the Headspace app, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
Social Impact: Two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities for pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The program seeks diverse candidates from all backgrounds who demonstrate:
- Commitment to a career in journalism and delivering impactful stories
- Emerging talent capable of telling stories from new perspectives across different formats
- Drive to build sources, break news, and deliver deeply reported content
- International outlook and ability to collaborate across departments
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Enthusiasm, ideas, and proactive approach to journalism
About Reuters
Founded 170 years ago, Reuters provides society with the news it needs to be free, prosperous, and informed. The organization maintains its commitment to the Thomson Reuters Trust Principles, valuing independence, integrity, and freedom from bias.
Global Reach
- 2,500 journalists in nearly 200 locations worldwide
- News coverage in 16 languages
- Stories reaching more than 750 broadcasters in 115 countries
- 1,000 publishing clients, including eight of the world’s top 10 newspapers
- 35 million unique monthly visitors to Reuters.com
Annual Output
- 2+ million unique news stories
- 1.4+ million news alerts
- 730,000+ pictures and images
- 110,000+ video stories
- 4,600+ expert views
- Nearly 100 investigative reports
Application Process
Applicants must submit an up-to-date CV and answer application questions by December 12, 2025 at 1700 GMT. Interviews will be conducted in February and March 2026.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the region or country to which they apply. Some positions have specific requirements regarding year of study or language proficiency.
Why Choose Reuters
At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency face challenges globally, Reuters remains committed to pursuing these fundamental journalism principles. The internship program offers aspiring journalists the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals while contributing to work that helps uphold the rule of law, facilitates commerce, exposes wrongdoing, and provides trusted, unbiased information to people worldwide.
The program combines the prestige and resources of a global news organization with personalized mentorship and hands-on experience, creating an ideal environment for launching a meaningful journalism career. Interns gain exposure to international news coverage while developing the skills needed to thrive in modern multimedia journalism.
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