Opinion Columnist Assistant

Benefits

Parental leave

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Non-birth-parent leave

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Family-building benefits

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• Adoption assistance: Not verified
• Surrogacy assistance: Not verified

Mental health support

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Relocation assistance

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Childcare support

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Learning budget

Offered From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Verification

Not verified checked Jun 7, 2026

Salary

$81K-$82K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

401(k) match

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$81,444 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+6.9% - Faster than average

About in line with the BLS role benchmark for healthcare aggregate.

Matched to SOC 29-1141 - Healthcare aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Healthcare From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

Shift type

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Weekend work

Required From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Company

Company stage

Public-company From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Equity

Offered Verified - SEC 10-K source checked Jun 20, 2026

Application

Cover letter

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Assessment

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Deadline

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Where they hire

State eligibility is not yet verified.

About this role

Opinion Columnist Assistant Washington, DC 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. The New York Times Opinion section is seeking an editorial assistant to support the Times columnist Thomas Friedman. The job, which is based in Washington D.C., is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, has proven administrative skills and interest in news. The editorial assistant's main focus will be administrative. Candidates must have a sharp eye for detail; superb administrative skills; an ability to multi-task and problem solve under pressure. Candidates must also have a devotion to the highest standards of accuracy, precision and verification; the ability to dive into unfamiliar material on deadline; discretion in handling sensitive editorial material; and an interest in current affairs. Collegiality and diplomacy are essential. This is an in-office position based in DC and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance. Responsibilities: Manage an ever-changing calendar, including vetting, prioritizing and

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