Political Enterprise Reporter
The Washington PostWashington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted April 28, 2026
137300 - 228900 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Washington Post is on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America, driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.
Job Description
Join The Washington Post's team as a Political Enterprise Reporter and help deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. The ideal candidate combines deep reporting experience with a strong narrative voice, capable of delivering high-level accountability reporting and immersive, scene-driven storytelling.
Requirements
- Track record of breaking news and producing impactful enterprise reporting on politics, business, investigations or related fields.
- Expert-level source-building skills and comfort covering powerful institutions.
- Experience working with data, public records and financial disclosures.
- Demonstrated ability to explain complex systems clearly and accurately.
- A honed instinct for accountability stories and uncovering hidden dynamics.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
- Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
- Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
- Nine paid holidays and two personal days
- 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
- Robust mental health resources
- Backup care and caregiver concierge services
- Gender affirming services
- Pet insurance
- Free Post digital subscription
- Leadership and career development programs