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Berlin Capital Program for Early Career Journalists

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Funding Amount

Fully funded through Fulbright Germany

Deadline

October 17, 2026

192 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Berlin Capital Program for Early Career Journalists

Status: Active, ongoing program

Geographic Scope: Germany, operated through Fulbright Germany, for U.S. journalists

Focus Areas: Professional development in journalism, media landscape, German and European society, transatlantic journalism issues

Eligibility:

  • Early-career U.S. journalists

  • Journalism students
  • Program Format: Hybrid format combining online and in-person components

    Program Duration:

  • Begins March 2024

  • Monthly online meetings (March - August)

  • Intensive week in Germany in September

  • Conducted in English
  • Program Components:

  • Virtual sessions introducing major themes

  • Guest speakers from media and related fields

  • In-person seminar in Germany featuring:

  • - Meetings with German and U.S. expat members of media
    - Discussions with experts in various fields
    - Meetings with government officials
    - Engagement with engaged citizens
    - Visits to media organizations and cultural institutions

    Program Outcomes:

  • Enhanced understanding of transatlantic issues

  • Expanded professional perspectives and networks

  • Insights for translating news between Atlantic sides

  • Professional development in German media landscape awareness
  • Funding: Fully funded through Fulbright Germany

    Contact: Apply through Fulbright Germany program

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Verify Eligibility
    - Early-career U.S. journalist or journalism student
    - Available for month online participation (March-August)
    - Available for intensive week in Germany in September

    2. Prepare Application Materials
    - Resume/CV
    - Cover letter explaining interest in program
    - Writing samples or portfolio of journalism work
    - Statement on professional goals and interest in transatlantic journalism

    3. Submit Application
    - Deadline: October 17, 2023 (11:59 pm U.S. time zone)
    - Submit through Fulbright Germany application portal

    4. Program Participation
    - If selected: March 2024 online sessions begin
    - September 2024: Travel to Germany for intensive week-long seminar

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    journalismprofessional-development

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