Deadline: 15 May 2025
The German-Polish Fellowship Program offers journalists from Poland and Germany the opportunity to deepen their existing knowledge and gain new experience in the respective host country: On the one hand as short-term correspondents for their home editorial offices, on the other hand as guest editors of a medium in Germany or Poland.
Up to ten journalists from Poland and Germany will have the opportunity to take part in the scholarship program and work as guest editors in a Polish or German editorial office for two months.
The fellows have the opportunity to expand their network and build long-term connections. After the exchange, the participants stay in touch via the IJP alumni network, which supports them in building a network of journalistic experts.
Funding Information
- The scholarship holders receive a one-time payment of 4,000 euros.
Costs Covered
- The scholarship begins with an introductory conference that takes place mid October 2025. This is immediately followed by the eight-week stay at the Polish or German host medium.
- This amount is intended to cover part of the travel costs, food and accommodation during the stay abroad.
- The programme does not end after the two months. All fellows are invited to participate in alumni activities beyond the programme.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applications are open to German and Polish journalists, bloggers and documentary filmmakers between the ages of 20 and 40 who regularly work as freelancers, journalists or editors for German or Polish newspapers, radio stations, TV stations or online editorial offices.
- Fluency in German or Polish is not expected.
- At least workable knowledge of English is essential.
Application Requirements
- CV
- A letter of motivation
- A letter of recommendation by an editor supporting the application
- Two samples of publications (for TV and radio journalists: a comprehensive list of contributions, no clips)
- Preferences regarding host organizations and/or cities/regions
For more information, visit IJP.
