Editorial Assistant – $4,000.00 – $4,500.00 per month
Der Spiegel, the German news magazine, is seeking a full-time bilingual (German/English) assistant for a fixed term from August 1, 2025 until December 31, 2025 as a parental leave replacement.
The Editorial Assistant supports editorial staff in all activities leading to publication. You will be a member of a small, friendly team of correspondents and assistants. You must have the legal right to work in the United States. To apply, please submit a letter of interest and current CV/resume with references to washington@spiegel.de with subject line “Editorial Assistant.”
Responsibilities:
· Conduct journalistic research
· Organize media credentials
· Direct US-wide outreach
· Draft correspondence
· Review and edit English text
· Arrange business travel
· Schedule appointments
Knowledge & skills required:
· English fluency required, German knowledge preferred
· Excellent research and communication skills
· Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
· Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
· Well-organized and able to self-manage competing priorities
This position is in-person in our Washington D.C. office or remote from Washington D.C., New York, or Arizona. Salary is $4,000-$4,500 per month commensurate with experience, with an additional health insurance and travel subsidy.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $4,000.00 – $4,500.00 per month
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you located in Washington D.C., Arizona, or New York?
Language:
- German (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote