Call for Applications: Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme 2025 for Journalists

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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.

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.

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.

Apply here

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