China Correspondent

LocationBeijing, China or elsewhere in Asia

SetupOn-site

LevelMid

Posted3w ago

Apply by2026-12-31

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

The New York Times is hiring a mid-level China Correspondent based in Beijing, China or elsewhere in Asia, focusing on geopolitical, economic, and social issues, with a strong emphasis on independent journalism and in-depth reporting.

Role: China Correspondent
Organization: The New York Times
Location: Beijing, China or elsewhere in Asia
Work setup: On-site
Level: Mid
Category: Communications & Marketing
Apply by: 2026-12-31

The role

The New York Times is seeking an experienced journalist to cover China, focusing on geopolitical, economic, and social issues, with a strong emphasis on independent journalism and in-depth reporting.

What you'll do

Deliver timely coverage of major breaking news events
Conceive, pitch, and execute ambitious enterprise stories
Track and analyze China’s global footprint
Cultivate and maintain a diverse network of sources
Collaborate across formats with multimedia teams
Work collegially with the broader China bureau and regional editors

What it takes

Deep international reporting experience
Experience working in China and/or fluency in Mandarin
A keen eye for news and other great stories
Eagerness to collaborate with colleagues
A constant drive to develop and maintain new sources
Commitment to The New York Times’s standards and mission

What you'll bring

Strong writing and reporting skillsExperience in international journalismFluency in MandarinAbility to handle breaking news and enterprise storiesNetwork building and source managementCollaboration with multimedia teams

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job location?

The position can be based in Beijing, China or elsewhere in Asia.

What is the compensation?

Compensation is not specified in the job posting.

What are the key qualifications?

Key qualifications include deep international reporting experience, fluency in Mandarin, and a keen eye for news and other great stories.

How do I apply?

Please submit your resume, a PDF/link of your top 5-7 clips, and a coverage memo laying out the themes and specific stories you would want to take on.

How to apply

Apply directly on The New York Times's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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