The 19th is an independent, mission-driven organization aimed at giving women and LGBTQ+ people — particularly those from underrepresented communities — the information, resources and tools they need to be equal participants in American democracy. Diversity, equity and civility are among our core values, and they’ll shape our relationship with our readers and each other. Below is a list of open positions on our team. We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply for these jobs, including people of color, LGBTQ+ people and people with disabilities. Minimum salary, location, benefits and application deadline are detailed in each job listing.

For questions about any of our role openings, please email us at [email protected].

Employment openings

2025-2026 Francis Ellen Watkins Harper fellowship (Apply by March 31, 2025)

Applications are now open for the 2025-2026 cohort of our Francis Ellen Watkins Harper fellowship. Named for the “mother of African-American journalism,” the program was launched to provide recent graduates, mid-career alums and former students of Historically Black Colleges and Universities with full-year, salaried fellowships with full benefits in the areas of reporting, audience engagement and news product and technology. More info here.

Contract openings

There are no contract openings at this time.