Paid International Journalism and Media Training Program in Germany
Applicant criteria
- NationalityNo specific nationality required
- AgeNo specific age required
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Job TypeInternship
- Opportunity FieldMedia and Journalism, Others
- Deadline2026-11-17
Opportunity description
Deutsche Welle invites young people from around the world to apply for its international journalism traineeship, an 18-month bilingual program that combines learning the fundamentals of journalism with practical experience. The traineeship starts in January 2028 and ends in June 2029. Applications close on November 17, 2026.
About the DW International Journalism Traineeship
During the 18-month traineeship, participants learn the ABCs of journalism and put their knowledge into practice. DW describes the program as bilingual, but the announcement does not identify the languages or specify a required proficiency level. The selection process has three application phases; further details about those phases are not provided in the announcement.
Applications are accepted online only during the stated application period: from October 13, 2026, at 12 noon (12 p.m. UTC+2) through November 17, 2026, at 12 noon (12 p.m. UTC+1). The application link on the website is activated only during this window. Applicants must submit a complete application through the career portal. Documents sent by email will not be processed.
After registering in the application portal, applicants receive a confirmation email with several required tasks. These include completing a questionnaire and producing an application video. Both tasks must be completed and uploaded to the applicant’s profile before the deadline for the application to be valid. DW notes that the tasks may take time, so applicants are encouraged to plan ahead. Those looking for similar options can browse internship opportunities and opportunities for Arab applicants.
Who Should Apply
The traineeship is intended for young people from around the world who want to learn journalism and gain practical experience. Applicants should be prepared to complete the required online application tasks within the application period. The announcement does not state additional requirements for education, prior experience or language proficiency.
Key Highlights
- Provider: Deutsche Welle (DW).
- Field: journalism, in a bilingual traineeship.
- Duration: 18 months, from January 2028 to June 2029.
- Applications are online only, from October 13 to November 17, 2026.
- A questionnaire and application video must be uploaded before the deadline.
Eligibility criteria
According to the official application page for the Deutsche Welle Traineeship 2028, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Hold a university degree, a professional qualification, or have completed a recognized vocational training program in any field.
Demonstrate proficiency in English and German, according to the program's requirements and the applicant's language background.
Have some initial experience in journalism and media.
Demonstrate creativity and the ability to generate new ideas.
Have experience using social media platforms.
Be able to work effectively in a team and meet deadlines.
Applications are open to all nationalities, including applicants from Arab countries.
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Paid International Journalism and Media Training Program in Germany