The Chicago Policy Review (CPR) is now recruiting for our 2025–2026 editorial year.
Applications for the 2025 – 2026 cycle are now open
2025 – 2026
Open Positions
Senior Editors
& Staff Writers
We are recruiting Senior Editors and Staff Writers for three verticals:
- From the Field (formerly Research Analysis)
Translating recent research into accessible, policy-relevant insights. - In Context (formerly Policy Analysis)
Explaining pressing policy issues with clarity, depth, and evidence. - Commentary
Offering critical perspectives and informed opinions on policy debates.
Senior Editors will guide content within their vertical, mentor writers, and ensure editorial quality.
Staff Writers will contribute original articles, working closely with their editors.
Graphic Design
Support CPR’s digital presence through layouts, infographics, and visual storytelling. Designers will report to the Director of Digital Publications and collaborate with editors to strengthen both the brand and the impact of our content, and provide design support for the yearly print publication.
Data Analytics
Specialist
Support CPR’s editorial and research work through clear, compelling data visualizations. Specialists will collaborate with section editors to design charts and interactive visuals that enhance policy storytelling, and help maintain CPR’s commitment to accessible, data-informed analysis.
