Correspondent Jobs

Correspondent jobs are open across news media, broadcasting, digital publishing, and wire services, at every level from staff reporter to senior foreign correspondent, with specializations in investigative reporting, breaking news, and beat journalism. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18+
Top stateTexas
Top employerCiti
Top cityO'Fallon, MO
Work type83% On-site
Top industryBanking

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Curiosity Correspondent
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Added 3w ago
Curiosity Correspondent
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Content & Communications
Multimedia Production
Creative & Design
Videography
Video Editing
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Citi
Correspondent Associate Credit Analyst
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Citi
Added 3w ago
Correspondent Associate Credit Analyst
Citi
Jacksonville, Florida
Customer Service & Support
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Customer Service
Compliance & Risk
$54k - $75k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Bank Of Montreal
Director, Correspondent Banking
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Bank Of Montreal
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Director, Correspondent Banking
Bank Of Montreal
Chicago, Illinois
Partnerships & Business Development
Account Management
Compliance & Legal
Business Development
On-Site
Associate's

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Bloomberg
Aerospace Correspondent
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Bloomberg
Added 1mo ago
Aerospace Correspondent
Bloomberg
New York, New York
Creative Arts & Performance
Content & Communications
Writing & Journalism
Communications
$115k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
None
10,000+

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Trustmark
Correspondent Staff Underwriter II
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Trustmark
Added 1mo ago
Correspondent Staff Underwriter II
Trustmark
Pearl, Mississippi
Compliance & Legal
Customer Service & Support
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Correspondent Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Citi
    Citi4
  • LERETA
    LERETA2
  • Newrez
    Newrez2
  • Bank Of Montreal
    Bank Of Montreal1
  • Bloomberg
    Bloomberg1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services8
  • Healthcare & Medical Services4
  • Investment & Asset Management4
  • Construction & Real Estate3
  • Consulting & Professional Services2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in correspondent jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
  • Demonstrated portfolio of published or broadcast work across a defined beat
  • Proficiency in AP Style and deadline-driven writing under pressure
  • Experience with content management systems and digital publishing tools
  • On-camera presentation and video production skills for broadcast and digital roles
  • Familiarity with data journalism tools such as spreadsheets and public records databases

Tips for Your Correspondent Job Search

Tailor your clips to each beat

Editors scan your portfolio for relevant clips first, not volume. Pull the three to five samples that most closely match the beat you're applying for, whether politics, courts, or international affairs, and list them at the top of your application.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists correspondent openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight your source network explicitly

Correspondent postings frequently ask about source development. Name the agencies, institutions, or communities you cover in your resume rather than describing your sourcing process in vague terms. Specificity signals how quickly you can report from day one.

Prepare a multimedia reel for broadcast roles

Print and digital correspondent experience rarely transfers without a separate on-camera or audio reel. Record two to three tight packages that show stand-ups, voice work, and package editing before applying to any TV or radio outlet.

Research the outlet's editorial stance before interviewing

Hiring editors test whether you read them closely. Reference a recent story the outlet ran and explain how your reporting instincts align with their approach. Vague enthusiasm does not land the way specifics do.

Negotiate start date and bureau placement separately

Outlet offers frequently bundle geographic assignment with salary, but both are negotiable. If a bureau assignment is non-negotiable, use the start date as your leverage point instead of leaving compensation on the table.

Correspondent Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most correspondents?

The companies hiring the most correspondents right now include Citi, LERETA, and Newrez, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Missouri, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is concentrated at wire services, broadcast networks, and regional digital outlets expanding their reporting teams.

How many correspondent jobs are remote?

About 17% of correspondent openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with most of those positions in digital and written journalism rather than broadcast. Television and radio correspondent roles almost always require a physical bureau presence, while newsletter, podcast, and data-focused beats offer the highest share of location-flexible arrangements.

How do you become a correspondent?

Start by building a clip portfolio on a specific beat, whether local government, business, or a niche industry, through staff reporting, freelancing, or campus media. Develop a source network in that area, learn AP Style and your outlet's CMS, and apply for staff reporter roles before moving into correspondent positions that require demonstrated beat expertise and independent field reporting.

Can you get hired as a correspondent with little experience?

Yes, entry-level correspondent roles exist at regional outlets, digital startups, and trade publications that prioritize beat knowledge and strong clips over years of staff experience. Focus your portfolio on a single subject area, pitch freelance pieces to establish bylines outside your current organization, and target outlets covering industries where you already have specialized knowledge or sourcing relationships.

What does the correspondent interview process look like?

Most outlets begin with a phone or video screen with an editor, followed by a clips review and a writing or on-camera test under a tight deadline. Finalists typically meet with a senior editor or news director who asks about source development, beat instincts, and how you handle breaking news. Broadcast roles often add a live recording or package editing exercise before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to correspondent jobs?

You can find and apply to correspondent jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your beat, experience level, and preferred format, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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