Job Description

Bloomberg News is looking for a dynamic, driven journalist to lead coverage at the intersection of politics, policy, and education — from kindergarten classrooms to college campuses. You’ll report on how the Trump administration’s agenda is reshaping the education landscape — and what that means for the economy, politics, and millions of Americans. This is a high-profile, fast-moving beat that touches everything from federal funding battles to the $1.6 trillion student debt crisis, immigration policy, tax law, and ideological fights over academic freedom. You’ll deliver scoops, uncover trends, and produce insightful enterprise journalism that drives the national conversation. We’ll expect you to:Break news with urgency and depth, staying ahead of the curve on key policy shiftsBuild and maintain strong sourcing networks across government agencies, Congress, think tanks, and advocacy groupsDeliver authoritative reporting that explains the implications of education policy for the economy and societyProduce enterprise stories that uncover hidden narratives and challenge assumptionsCollaborate with colleagues across teams, including data, visuals, and audio, to create compelling multimedia journalismMonitor and analyze key data sets related to education, student debt, federal budgets, and outcomes