The International Journalists' Programmes (IJP) Fellowship of the German-Polish Programme 2026 (With up to €4,000 in Funding)

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About International Journalists' Programmes

The IJP Fellowship – German-Polish Programme provides early-career journalists from Germany and Poland a two-month cross-border editorial exchange to enhance professional skills, correspondent-style reporting, and long-term networking.

• Sponsor Organisation: International Journalists' Programmes

Benefits of International Journalists' Programmes

• Two-month placement at a German or Polish host media organisation

• One-off grant of €4,000 covering:

  • Travel expenses

  • Accommodation and food

• Introductory conference in October 2026 before the start of placement

• Alumni network access for ongoing professional exchange

International Journalists' Programmes Requirements

Eligible applicants must:

• Be journalists, bloggers, or documentary filmmakers from Germany or Poland

• Be aged 22–35

• Work regularly as freelancers, journalists, or editors for newspapers, radio, television, or online media

• Have workable English skills (fluency in German or Polish not required)

Application Date and Process

• 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

Application Deadline

30 March, 2026

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