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      I enjoy working at an ambitious and supportive news organization - Staff Writer The Washington Post Employee Review

      5.0
      Jun 13, 2019
      Staff writer
      Recommend
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      Pros

      The Post stands out from many other news organizations due to its commitment to encouraging writers to pursue stories that are of interest to them and by financially supporting those story ideas when they incur travel expenses. Writers enjoy significant creative freedom, skilled and experienced editing, and a rare level of organizational stability from management. For self-starters and workaholics, it's an ideal setup.

      Cons

      Internal communication could be more frequent and more meaningful, especially related to large projects and overall job performance. Work is demanding and consumes significant time year-round.

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      We're glad you've found The Post a rewarding experience so far. Thanks for your feedback on internal communications. We have a program called The Leadership Project that equips managers with the tools they need to lead well. Part of the program is a section on continuous feedback and communication. If you feel comfortable sharing specifics about your experience with feedback, feel free to e-mail us confidentially at life@washpost.com. Thanks!

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      5.0
      May 12, 2026
      Intern
      Recommend
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      Pros

      THE BEST INTERNSHIP EVER! The staff and manager was so nice

      Cons

      Nothing bad to say at all tbh

      1.0
      Jun 25, 2026
      Product designer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Supporting journalism is the one good thing.

      Cons

      The culture needs improvement, with a strict in-office policy that may not work well for everyone. There also seems to be ongoing challenges with employee retention, which can impact team morale, consistency, and long-term stability. The tech guild and unions made me feel really uncomfortable with coworkers protesting outside the office.

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