City Bureau is a journalism lab reimagining local media. We do this by equipping people with skills and resources, engaging in critical public conversations and producing information that directly addresses people’s needs. We are seeking highly determined, life-long learners who value equity and inclusion in the workplace.

Open Positions

• There are no open roles at this time.

How to leave your resume

If you’re excited about our work and interested in joining our team we want to hear from you! We’ll keep your resume in mind as we shape future roles, and we’ll reach out to you anytime a relevant job posting goes live.

** We offer a rolling applications for Documenters and our Civic Reporting Fellowship.

About City Bureau

City Bureau is an innovation lab reimagining local journalism, civic media, and participatory democracy. We equip people with civic skills, develop resources that directly meet people’s information needs, and create pathways for deliberative dialogue that strengthens communities.

We envision a world where all communities have the information, tools, and resources they need to actively shape their futures and cultivate a more responsive and just democracy.

To learn more about our programs and impact, check out our annual reports.

Working at City Bureau

At City Bureau, we're building something transformative: a more equitable information ecosystem where communities have the tools and knowledge to shape their own futures. We believe the best work happens when people feel supported, valued, and equipped to grow.

We're proud to support full-time staff members through comprehensive benefits, competitive nonprofit salaries, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values both excellence in our impact and personal well-being.