IJP German-Northern European Programme 2026

The IJP German-Northern European Programme 2026 is now accepting applications. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.

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About IJP German-Northern European Programme

Opportunity Details

IJP is a non-profit organisation offering sponsored exchange programmes for early and mid-career journalists between Germany and more than 40 other countries and regions. These include the United States, Northern Europe, the Netherlands, Turkey, Latin America, East Asia, Southern Africa and the Middle East. The purpose of these exchanges is to allow participants to experience their host countries from a correspondent’s perspective, exchange knowledge and network within their field. Journalists from all countries, who are granted the German-Northern European bursary, receive a deeper and more detailed insight into the political landscape, the economy, and everyday life in the host country. Participants from the Northern countries meet opinion leaders and decision makers in Germany, the largest country in the European Union.

Benefits of IJP German-Northern European Programme

  • Each scholar will receive a single payment of 3,800 Euro to cover part of their travel expenses, accommodation and personal expenses during their stay in Germany. Additional costs should be paid by each scholar. Payment for the work in Germany is up to the individual media and should not be expected.

IJP German-Northern European Programme Requirements

  • Open to journalists between the ages of 18 and 45 who work as freelancers, trainees or editors in one of the above listed countries.
  • Language skills in German are not a prerequisite for applications from Northern Europe.
  • A working knowledge of English is expected. 

Application Date and Process

  • CV with photo

  • Letter of recommendation from an editor

  • Four written samples (TV/radio journalists: list of contributions)

  • Preferences for host media and region in Germany

  • Submit as one PDF to: [email protected]

  • Address application to: Mr. Vassilios Theodossiou, IJP e.V.

Application Deadline

15 November, 2025

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