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Join the future of news

We’re on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. At The Washington Post, you’ll help reinvent news. Our work is driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.

About Our Team

The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning Newsroom and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.

Why This Role Matters

The Washington Post is seeking a rigorous, versatile and deeply sourced journalist to serve as a White House reporter at a defining moment in American politics.

This reporter will join a team at the center of our news mission, covering the president and his administration with urgency, authority and originality. The beat demands a steady cadence of scoops, sharp analysis and ambitious enterprise — chronicling not only what the president says and does, but how power is exercised inside the White House and what it means for the country and the world.

The ideal candidate is a deft reporter and a fast, clean writer with a sophisticated understanding of politics and policy. They will be skilled at cultivating high-level sources, navigating complex institutions and owning a competitive beat through agenda-setting journalism. This is a high-profile and demanding assignment that requires stamina, sharp judgment and a collaborative spirit.

This position is based in our Washington, D.C., newsroom.

What Motivates You:

• You are driven to break exclusive news at the highest levels of government.

• You thrive in fast-moving, high-stakes news environments.

• You are deeply curious about how decisions are made inside the White House — and who influences them.

• You are competitive yet collaborative, eager to work as part of a high-performing team.

• You are committed to fair, rigorous and authoritative journalism.

How You’ll Support the Mission:

• Break news about the president and his administration, delivering timely and agenda-setting reporting.

• Produce ambitious news, analysis and enterprise stories grounded in original reporting and fresh insight.

• Cultivate and maintain high-level sources inside and outside the administration.

• Chronicle internal debates, policy decisions and political strategy, illuminating their real-world consequences.

• Report and write quickly as events unfold, including filing early versions of stories when necessary.

• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the White House, national security, politics and policy teams to dominate coverage.

The Skills and Experiences You Bring:

• A proven track record of delivering exclusive news and impactful enterprise on a competitive beat.

• Demonstrated ability to report and write breaking news with speed, precision and clarity.

• Deep understanding of politics and the federal government.

• Strong source-building skills and comfort covering powerful institutions.

• A commitment to accuracy, fairness and the highest standards of journalism ethics.

Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, résumé and three examples of their work (as PDFs) to our jobs portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but those received by Mar. 30 will be prioritized. The cover letter should be addressed to White House Editor David Lauter, Deputy Politics & Government Editor Emily Rauhala and Politics & Government Editor Nick Baumann.

The salary range for this position is $137,300.00 — $228,900.00. The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Collaboration makes us stronger. That’s why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week.

Compensation and Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

• 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

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

Your story awaits. Apply today!

Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.