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The New York Times behavioral interview questions

Read real candidate experiences, including questions, process detail, and signals on the difficulty level at The New York Times.

4 experiences Difficulty 4.0/5 Media / Journalism

Data Scientist

virtual · Difficulty 4/5

Recruiter screen, technical phone (SQL + Python + stats), virtual onsite with case study, ML deep-dive, behavioral, and team-fit.

  • Walk me through an analysis that drove a product decision.
  • Tell me about a model deprecation.
  • Describe partnering with editorial on a recommendation algorithm.
  • How do you balance engagement with editorial mission?

Product Manager

virtual · Difficulty 4/5

Recruiter screen, hiring manager interview, product-sense round, analytical, and exec final.

  • Walk me through a launch that moved subscriber metrics.
  • Tell me about handling a paywall change that disappointed users.
  • Describe partnering with editorial on a feature.
  • How do you balance subscription growth with journalistic mission?

Reporter

onsite · Difficulty 4/5

Recruiter screen, editor interviews, writing test, behavioral, and final with bureau chief. NYT reporters are among the most prestigious in journalism.

  • Walk me through breaking a major story.
  • Tell me about handling a source dispute.
  • Describe partnering with editors on a tough piece.
  • How do you stay competitive on a fast-moving beat?
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