The International Olympic Committee Young Reporters Program 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
About International Olympic Commitee Young Reporters Programme
Opportunity Details
- Date Published: October 01, 2025
- Application Deadline: November 30, 2025
- Category: Fully Funded
- Oppotunity Locations: Senegal
The IOC Young Reporters Programme is a long-standing initiative by the International Olympic Committee aimed at developing the next generation of sports journalists. It was first introduced at the inaugural Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Singapore in 2010 and since then it has been a successful feature of each YOG edition. The programme is run by IOC Media Operations.
Benefits of International Olympic Commitee Young Reporters Programme
- The IOC will cover the cost of economy airfares, all meals, twin-share accommodation and full tuition from experienced mentors and coached.
- Participants will also receive uniform from the IOC.
International Olympic Commitee Young Reporters Programme Requirements
Apply if you are:
- Aged between 21 and 25 at the time of the programme (born from 2001 to 2005).
- Proficient in English language.
- A student or a young professional in journalism/photography.
Application Date and Process
- Applicants are required to complete the following on the online portal
- CV (Resume)
- Motivation Letter (1 page, font size 12, double-spaced)
- Copy of Passport
- Certificate of Enrollment (Only Applicable to Student)
- Two Reference letters with contact details of the reference (professional references only)
- Portfolio
- Proof of Published Work (Only if Applicable0
- Photo of Applicant (The photo should be of the applicant only, not with a group)
Application Deadline
30 November, 2025
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