Posted On: November 2, 2026

Paid Journalism Internship

Media Organization: Wine Spectator

Company Description

Wine Spectator, founded in 1976, is a leading global authority on wine, delivering expert information through its print magazine and digital platforms. Its editors conduct blind tastings of more than 11,000 wines annually, publishing hundreds of detailed reviews and analyses in each issue. WineSpectator.com offers extensive resources, including over 400,000 wine ratings, tasting reports, news, features, blogs, and videos. The brand also runs the Restaurant Awards program, honoring restaurants worldwide for outstanding wine lists at three recognition levels. Candidates can learn more at winespectator.com or by following @WineSpectator on Twitter and Instagram.

Job Description

Wine Spectator seeks an editorial intern for spring 2027. The intern’s work will encompass a wide range of duties essential to the world’s leading authority on wine, including writing and editing articles, editing email newsletters, optimizing the print magazine for the web, performing photo research, building web articles, and assisting with social media. The intern will also be invited to join training sessions with our tasting department and grow their knowledge of wine.

The ideal candidate will have a background in English, journalism or a related field, but all enthusiastic candidates are encouraged to apply. Attention to detail, sharp writing and editing, and a positive attitude are essential. Some writing and editing experience (including at a college publication) and passion for wine are desirable, though formal wine education is not necessary. Familiarity with the magazine and website are highly desirable.

The intern will work in person in our New York office three days a week. The internship runs from January to May 2027. Exact start and end dates are flexible, with the possibility of a late 2026 start. Compensation is $25 per hour.

To apply, send a résumé and cover letter (no AI, please) to intern@winespectator.com by November 15. Applicants must be at least 21 years old.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Wine Spectator, please contact us at (212) 684-4224 or email us at accessibilityjobs@winespectator.com.

To Apply

To apply, send a résumé and cover letter (no AI, please) to intern@winespectator.com by November 15. Applicants must be at least 21 years old.