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2025 Japanese-language Rotation Reporter - Japan

Tokyo

Posted Mar 1, 2024 - Requisition No. 123499

We are looking for reporters who are passionate about telling stories to join Tokyo’s vibrant newsroom. As a rotator, you will get to work in various teams to develop your skills in reporting, writing and breaking news. You will learn from talented journalists, dig into data and collaborate with colleagues in our bureaus across the world. After spending 12 months developing your journalism skills, you will be assigned to a specific beat team where you will build on your expertise as a financial journalist.

We operate as one newsroom -- a collaborative and diverse environment where print, digital and broadcast come together to produce the most accurate content for our readers. If you are self-driven, energetic and love to learn, then this is the place for you.

We’re looking for:

• Prior experience and/or demonstrated interest in journalism through work experience or extracurricular activities

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Demonstration of strong interest in finance/financial news

• Strong curiosity, a keen interest to learn about the world and uncover surprises

• A passion for news and a willingness to dig in and learn about global financial markets, companies and economies

• Fluency and willingness to write in Japanese. At least basic communication level English is desired

• Ability to start working full time upon graduation in 2025

• The resilience to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic fast-paced environment

• Ability to communicate effectively and articulate thought process clearly

If this sounds like you:

Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are, but in the meantime feel free to have a look at this: https://www.bloomberg.com/company/

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