Writing Fellow

The American Prospect is seeking a candidate to join our editorial team as part of our renowned Writing Fellowship program. We are looking for applicants with strong writing and analytical abilities who will generate story ideas as well as take assignments. A passion for politics and policy is a prerequisite. Prior journalism experience is encouraged but not required. Social engagement is a priority, and we are seeking someone who is eager to reach readers across a variety of channels and to create new audiences, including through newsletters or podcasts. In practice, Prospect writing fellows benefit from an intensive mentoring program with the experts on our editorial team. Our goal is to ensure that fellows develop the relationships, credibility, quality of writing, and more than enough clips to pursue a career in journalism. Past fellows have gone on to roles at the New York Times, Vox Media, The Atlantic, Slate, Washington Post, Mother Jones, Daily Beast, and many other publications.