Applications are currently being accepted for the Deutsche Welle Journalism Traineeship 2028-2029 in Germany. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Deutsche Welle Journalism Traineeship
The 18-month paid journalism program is considered one of the most prestigious of its kind in Germany – and beyond. It covers a range of fields and skills, such as TV-moderation, multimedia storytelling, data journalism and working with AI-tools. The topics are explored in seminars and workshops at DW's editorial offices in Bonn and Berlin, along with our regional bureaus across the globe.
Benefits of Deutsche Welle Journalism Traineeship
- Applicants will participate in an 18-month comprehensive training program.
- It is a paid traineeship that offers a competitive salary.
- Similarly, the DW Journalism Traineeship is a unique opportunity to work with an international broadcaster operating in 32 languages.
- Trainees will get practical experience across TV, online and radio platforms.
- The training in Europe includes six months of seminars.
- Moreover, trainees will participate in internships in Berlin and Bonn.
- They may also get opportunity for placements with DW foreign bureaus.
- Training and mentorship from well-known media trainers.
Deutsche Welle Journalism Traineeship Requirements
- The traineeship is open to people from all over the world who want to pursue a journalism program with an international broadcaster.
- The program is looking for native speakers of one of DW’s program languages with excellent English proficiency (C1/C2) and good German skills (B1/B2).
- Native English speakers or those proficient in English (C1/C2) should also have good German proficiency (B1/B2).
- Native or proficient German speakers (C1/C2) should have excellent English proficiency (C1/C2).
- Moreover, applicants must have completed a university or college degree or apprenticeship or have graduated from a journalism school before the start of the traineeship.
- Candidates should be curious, open-minded and analytical, with a genuine passion for journalism.
- Skills such as creativity, strong teamwork and language proficiency are highly valued.
- Previous experience in journalism or media-related work is an advantage, as trainees will collaborate with DW editorial teams from the beginning.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
17 November, 2026
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