Esserman Investigative Fellow

Work with the investigative team that exposed the sweetheart deal that enabled serial sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to escape serious punishment and led to the resignation of a member of President Trump’s cabinet. The Miami Herald’s investigative legacy dates back for decades, from work that exposed Mob influence in 1950s Miami to reporting that changed laws on how Florida treats its most vulnerable residents. This fellowship on the Miami Herald investigative team is the result of a generous donation by the Esserman Foundation, created by a South Florida family that has a strong belief in the value of investigative reporting. It is a one-year fellowship with the possibility of extending for a second year. We’re looking for a fearless and resourceful up-and-coming reporter skilled in public records and shoe-leather reporting to work with and learn from our growing team. If you have a passion for accountability journalism and the drive it takes to sift through data, dig through documents and cultivate sources, you could be the right candidate for this position.