Calling all students and incoming freshers: Apply now for The Cambridge Tab’s editorial team

The Cambridge Tab is now recruiting for our 2026/27 editorial team. From breaking news stories, memes and campus voxpops, we need your help across a variety of content.

Applications from all students are welcome regardless of previous experience, year or degree, but you do have to attend either the University of Cambridge or Anglia Ruskin University.

The deadline for applications is 11.59pm on Monday 12th October, with successful applicants to be informed the following week.

You don’t need to have written for The Cambridge Tab before, but, as these are editorial/video roles, some journalistic or content-creation experience would certainly help. You’ll receive training from experienced editors to get you up and running.

Most of all, we are looking for somebody who is enthusiastic about all things Cambridge. We want someone with who knows the city like the back of their hand, thrives off getting that scoop and a real passion for journalism.

Already convinced? Apply by filling out this form.

News Editor 

You’ll be responsible for making sure The Cambridge Tab continues to chase the biggest and most exciting scoops across campus.

This role involves needing to react to fast-paced and changing stories as they develop on the day. You need to be able to sniff out a good story when you see one. You will also need to contact organisations and people for comment, as well as fact check and provide sources.

You’ll need a passion to report the latest scoop before anyone else, an eye for a good story and an ear out for the latest news, controversies and events. It’s key to keep up-to-date on Cambridge news, from protests on campus to major announcements from the university. You’ll also work alongside the Editors-in-Chief to write weekly and edit articles.

As well as writing and editing news articles, you’ll also be responsible for making and commissioning short-form news videos to post on our thriving TikTok and Instagram pages. 

You’ll be working on stories like this:

• Cambridge college informs students they can’t move into their chosen rooms when term starts

• Cambridge University fails to suspend students who sent death threats over Israel trip

• Cambridge college law society banned from holding formals after using offensive language

And videos like this:

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Here’s what new prime minister Andy Burnham was like while he was a student at the University of Cambridge ⚽️🍺 #UKpolitics #AndyBurnham #UK #student #cambridgeuniversity

♬ original sound – Cambridge Tab TV

Features Editor

As Features Editor you’ll be in charge of writing and editing the most fun and ridiculous feature pieces, as well as creating short-form videos.

You’ll be able to cover every aspect of student life from opinions and nightlife to fashion and food. There’s a lot of room to be creative in this role and we want someone who is witty, opinionated and knows what’s relevant to students.

You will be working on videos and articles that cover current opinions, fun guides and witty commentary on campus life. You will also oversee the quizzes, opinion pieces, guides and other fun stories that we work on. Rating outfits on campus, or arguing which NCL club is better – as Features Editor you’ll have a keen interest in everything relevant and relatable to Cambridge students.

You will also support the Editors-in-Chief in editing and writing articles/making videos each week, coming up with commissions and supporting writers.

You’ll be working on stories just like these:

• Part one: The definitive archetypes you’ll encounter at Cambridge University

• Here’s which Cambridge University college each Bridgerton character would attend

• Every Cambridge May Ball in 2026: Dates, themes, prices and ticket releases

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Bonnie Blue’s video birthday messages to 16-year-olds are the final nail in the coffin

Monster’s lead star explains why Aileen Wuornos was clumsily shoved into Lizzie Borden show

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TikTok Editor 

We are looking for someone to take over The Cambridge Tab’s video presence and grow our TikTok audience even more.

You need to think of creative ways to incorporate the latest trends and audios into relatable Cambridge content, as well as regularly creating voxpops interviewing other students either on campus or nights out. This role is suited to someone who is very outgoing and happy to talk to other students, and loves creating fun video content. Having some understanding of video editing is also desirable for this role.

You’ll create videos like this:

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Which Cambridge college is the best on a night out? #cambridge #university #cambridgeuniversity #students #nightlife

♬ original sound – Cambridge Tab TV

Theatre Editor 

Love the drama on and off stage? As Theatre Editor, you’ll be the go-to for all things Cambridge theatre, from student productions and to bold new writing and behind-the-scenes scoops. Theatre is a huge part of Cambridge culture, so we’re looking for a dedicated editor who is ready to get stuck in.

You’ll commission and edit reviews, features, and previews from writers, keep your finger on the pulse of what’s happening in the student theatre scene, and make sure the section captures both the chaos and creativity of Cambridge drama.

Whether it’s a glowing review, a brutally honest take, or a backstage exposé, you’ll shape a section that’s entertaining, informed, and unafraid to have an opinion.

If you love theatre and have a sharp eye for what makes a great story, this is your role.

Eliza, a previous Theatre Editor, said: “At The Cambridge Tab you get lots of freedom to choose what you write about – for example, if you’re a theatre writer you can choose which plays you want to review, allowing you to write according to your own schedule.”

“The Cambridge Tab is also a great way to get more involved with Cambridge life, allowing you to meet a really welcoming and supportive community of like-minded writers.

“Free theatre tickets for you (and sometimes a friend) are also a bonus if you’re reviewing a show!”

Opinions Editor 

The role of Opinions Editor is ideal for someone who enjoys giving people a platform to express themselves and explore different points of view. If you’re open to new ideas, enjoy thoughtful discussion, and feel confident leading conversations, this could be the role for you.

The Cambridge Tab is all about hot takes and opinions, and we want to hear from your voices. You’ll turn these hot takes into short-form videos, as well as articles.

If you think you’ve got what it takes and want to apply for any of the advertised roles, please fill out the Google form below: We’d love to hear from all of you and, if in doubt, just go for it. Good luck!