Reporter

Quincy Institute

. Follow the daily and weekly news cycle, tracking issues relevant to the mission and the foreign policy and national security landscape in Washington, on Capitol Hill, and internationally .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong reporting and research skills with a keen understanding of U.S. foreign policy and national security issues. Proficient in cultivating sources, breaking news, and engaging audiences through various social media platforms.

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Reporting ExperienceForeign Policy KnowledgeSocial Media EngagementWriting SkillsResearch Skills

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Hard Skills

ReportingResearchWritingData AnalysisAP Style Familiarity

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAbility to Meet DeadlinesNon-Partisan Work Ethic

Tools & Technologies

Social Media PlatformsXTikTokInstagramLinkedIn

Industry Keywords

Foreign PolicyNational SecurityWashington PoliticsQuincy InstituteRealism & Restraint

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Follow the daily and weekly news cycle, tracking issues relevant to the mission and the foreign policy and national security landscape in Washington, on Capitol Hill, and internationally
Cover events and produce a high tempo of original content for Responsible Statecraft, including short-form “Qiosks” and longer reported pieces averaging 2–3 weekly
Cultivate sources and consistently break news
Assist with managing and driving engagement on Responsible Statecraft’s social media platforms
Help brainstorm the daily editorial schedule, story ideas, long-term reporting projects, and special packages
Write about foreign-policy issues affecting Americans outside the Beltway, including military families, veterans, and local communities
Cover federal elections as they intersect with foreign policy
Respond to breaking news
Assist with daily social media and publishing tasks as needed
Report to the Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor of Responsible Statecraft

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated background knowledge and interest in key issues related to U.S. foreign policy and national security as well as Washington politics
Keen interest in the foreign policy work of the Quincy Institute and the mission of Responsible Statecraft
Familiarity with the international relations theory of realism & restraint and relevant literature
Strong reporting and research skills
Demonstrated ability to cultivate sources and break news in the foreign policy and national security space
Superior writing skills
At least 3 years of reporting experience in a professional journalistic setting
Familiarity with AP Style
Fluency in driving engagement through social media platforms like X, TikTok, Instagram, and/or LinkedIn
Basic understanding of data analysis and presentation
Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-partisan environment and meet tight deadlines with great attention to detail
Cover letter, resume, and three published writing samples required for application
Candidates must be based in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k savings plan
Roth IRA
Vacation
Paid sick leave
Life insurance
HSA
FSA
STD
LTD
Other supplemental benefits
Professional development
Flexible schedules
Friendly and dynamic working environment