At a Glance
- Tasks: Break high-impact news stories and produce dynamic, multi-platform journalism.
- Company: Join Nine, Australia's largest locally owned media company with a rich heritage.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, mentoring from industry leaders, and diverse employee perks.
- Other info: 12-month traineeship with potential for permanent role; flexible hours available.
- Why this job: Kickstart your journalism career and make a real impact on Australian media.
- Qualifications: Passion for journalism, exceptional writing skills, and a collaborative mindset.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. We are home to premium, trusted news, sport and entertainment. Nine’s assets span free‑to‑air television, free and paid streaming, publishing and digital audio, and digital outdoor and retail media. Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.
Since 1854, The Age has been Victoria’s most widely read masthead, delivering trusted journalism across politics, sport, business, and culture. Reaching millions each month, our newsroom combines rich heritage with digital innovation. Joining our team gives you the platform to inform public debate, challenge the status quo, and shape the future of Australian media.
The Age is seeking trainees for our Melbourne newsroom who are passionate about a career in journalism. The traineeship program is a rare opportunity for aspiring and early career journalists to hone their craft alongside award‑winning reporters and editors, with a strong focus on developing breaking news skills. We are looking for sharp, curious individuals with exceptional writing skills, strong news judgment and a genuine passion for Age journalism. We encourage candidates with skills in breaking news, data journalism, multimedia production and visual storytelling to apply.
These positions are 12‑month full‑time fixed‑term contracts commencing in February 2027, with the potential to secure a permanent role at the end of the contract. Trainees participate in a rotating shift roster that includes evening and weekend shifts.
Day‑to‑day you will:
- Break high‑impact news stories and build core reporting skills while working to deadlines.
- Produce dynamic, multi‑platform journalism, including written coverage, video content, data visuals and more.
- Receive one‑on‑one mentoring and daily feedback from senior editors and experienced reporters.
What you’ll bring:
- Ability to generate story ideas including identifying news angles.
- Understanding of news issues and current affairs.
- Exceptional writing skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
- Tertiary qualifications are preferred but not essential. These qualifications are not limited to journalism, media or communications studies - we encourage individuals with an aptitude for journalism and a portfolio of written work to apply.
- Some newsroom experience will be well regarded.
How we work: At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part‑time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.
Our employee benefits include: Nine offers a variety of benefits and perks to support you.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We’re committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.
Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.
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