Philadelphia State Reporter

Courthouse News Service

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Date Posted October 09, 2025
Industry Newspapers, Digital Media
Specialty Not Specified
Job Status Full-time
Salary $55,000 to $60,000

Description:

Courthouse News Service, a California-based news service, is seeking a reporter to cover the Philadelphia State courthouse. A legal background is not required, but demonstrated interest and ability in writing or journalism is necessary. 

The job will entail going to the Philadelphia courthouse every weekday to review and summarize new civil complaints. The reporter will also have the opportunity to pitch and write stories about news happening in and around the courthouse and Philadelphia. Competitive pay is offered for about 40 hours per week, and benefits are available. 

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format to newjob5@courthousenews.com, and attach 3-5 writing samples. Please include "Philadelphia Reporter" in the subject line.

When applying, mention you saw this opening listed at JournalismJobs.com.