Call for Applications: Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme 2025 for Journalists

Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme 2025 for Journalists

Applications are now open for the Al Jazeera Fellowship Program 2025, offering journalists and researchers a unique opportunity to enhance their skills and contribute to the field of journalism.

Organized by the Al Jazeera Media Institute (AJMI), this fellowship supports media research and provides hands-on experience within the Al Jazeera Media Network (AJMN).

Through this program, fellows will develop a 7,000-word research paper on a selected area of journalism.

Participants will have access to Al Jazeera’s resources, join a dynamic team, and engage with editors, journalists, and staff relevant to their research focus.

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Program Structure

The fellowship spans two months and is divided into two phases:

• Phase 1 (Remote): Fellows develop and submit a research plan and introduction to their paper.
• Phase 2 (On-site at Al Jazeera HQ): Fellows complete their research and finalize their paper.

Eligibility

To qualify, applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Be a full-time journalist or researcher (freelancer or employed) with at least four years of relevant professional experience.
• Have strong research and writing skills.
• Be fluent in spoken and written English.
• Possess a solid grasp of English academic writing.

Note: This fellowship is open only to applicants from non-Arab countries. Arab country applicants may apply to the Arabic Fellowship Programme.

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How to Apply

Along with completing the online application form, applicants must submit the following materials in PDF format (except for multimedia work samples):

• Curriculum Vitae
• Fellowship Proposal (including title, field of interest, objectives, methodology, and abstract)
• Three samples of published work in English
• Two letters of recommendation

Incomplete applications will not be considered.