Publication: MIT Technology Review
Topic(s): Kids, Technology, Innovation, AI, Digital Culture, Education Tech
Rate: $1–$2 per word
Deadline: 3 April 2026
Name of Editor: Rachel Courtland (Commissioning Editor)
Submit Via: Email (rachel.courtland@technologyreview.com)

MIT Technology Review is currently commissioning high-paying freelance feature stories for an upcoming print issue focused on kids and technology—a strong opportunity for writers targeting international writing jobs and high-paying freelance journalism gigs.

They are specifically looking for long-form, deeply reported pieces. This includes:

• Narrative features
• Investigative journalism
• Profiles
• Sharp, idea-driven essays

The key requirement: a clear and compelling technology angle tied to children or youth. This isn’t surface-level reporting—your pitch must demonstrate strong reporting potential, originality, and relevance.

The theme is broad, which gives you room to position unique ideas. Think:

• How emerging technologies are shaping childhood
• AI, education, and cognitive development
• Kids as early adopters or unintended test subjects of tech
• Ethical, societal, or psychological implications of tech on young people

This opportunity is ideal for writers looking for remote writing jobs, freelance journalism opportunities, or high-paying international publications accepting pitches.

While the call is primarily aimed at journalists, subject-matter experts with strong story ideas are also encouraged to pitch.

Before submitting, review their official pitching guide for structure and expectations.

What They’re Looking For:

• Original, well-researched story ideas with a clear “why now” angle
• Strong reporting plans (sources, access, or data)
• A compelling narrative or argument—not just a topic
• Stories that explore real-world impact of technology on children
• Writers who understand feature writing, investigative depth, and editorial standards