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Cal Press Internship Grant

CALIFORNIA PRESS FOUNDATION

Foundation Annual Grants for Journalism

Funding Amount

$3,000

Deadline

December 31, 2026

267 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Cal Press Internship Grant

Purpose: Supports emerging journalists pursuing careers in California news by funding internship placements.

Award Amount: $3,000 per recipient

Geographic Scope: California

Eligibility:

  • College students demonstrating exceptional interest in pursuing careers in the news business in California

  • Must pursue and secure internships at California news companies

  • Internships must be full-time and last at least six weeks

  • Internships can occur in spring, summer, or fall
  • Overview:
    Since 1995, Cal Press has funded nearly 200 internship grants, placing student journalists in dozens of small, medium, and large legacy newsrooms and non-profit community media outlets and start-ups across California—from San Diego to the far North Coast.

    Contact: info@cal-press.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Applicants must:
    1. Demonstrate exceptional interest in pursuing careers in the news business in California
    2. Pursue and secure internships at California news companies
    3. Ensure internship is full-time and lasts at least six weeks (can occur in spring, summer, or fall)
    4. Submit application through Cal Press website

    Required Materials: Application details available at application URL

    Selection Criteria:

  • Understanding of journalism craft and civic responsibility

  • Interest in community-centered reporting, visual storytelling, data-informed narratives, or related journalism specializations

  • Commitment to serving audiences with accuracy and care
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    journalism

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