The Economist is hiring paid foreign desk interns in London for six months

What happened

The paid internship runs about six months in London and is open to applicants of any citizenship, with no prior professional journalism experience required. Applications for the 2026 intake close on 30 October 2026.

Why it may matter

• This is time-bound — there is an application or deadline involved, so check the dates before they pass.
• Evidence rather than policy — useful for understanding a trend.
• Useful if you are trying to find an internship or explore opportunities.
• Affects students in the UK.