Editorial Design Intern, Wirecutter at The New York Times

The role

Wirecutter is seeking an inventive Creative Intern to join their editorial team in New York City for a 10-week summer program. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to learn the inner workings of a thriving product recommendation service. You will collaborate across teams to participate in the creative process and support visual storytelling.

What you'll do

• Create production-ready visuals for social media platforms
• Design templates and infographics for editorial content
• Contribute to creative ideation for illustration projects
• Support visual storytelling initiatives across the organization
• Assist photographers during on-set photo studio sessions
• Collaborate with teams to understand editorial processes

What you'll bring

• Degree in Graphic Design or a related field
• Proficiency in Figma, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Portfolio demonstrating conceptual creative problem-solving
• Effective communication skills for hybrid work environments
• Strong attention to detail in design execution

Your impact

You will enhance Wirecutter's visual identity by producing high-quality assets that help readers make informed purchasing decisions through trusted product recommendations. Your contributions to social media and editorial illustrations will directly support the mission of providing independent, reliable journalism. By assisting in the photo studio and participating in ideation, you will help maintain the rigorous visual standards of The New York Times.