The Deutsche Welle (DW) International Journalism Traineeship is a highly regarded program that stands as a pinnacle in journalism training, not only within Germany but also on an international scale. This traineeship is designed to cultivate the skills and expertise essential for aspiring journalists to thrive in the dynamic field of multimedia reporting and editing.
This comprehensive program covers a wide spectrum of skills necessary for modern journalism. Trainees receive in-depth training in various facets such as TV presentation, multimedia storytelling techniques, data-driven journalism, adeptness in social media platforms, and immersive experiences in virtual reality reporting. Through a combination of intensive seminars, workshops, and practical involvement within DW’s editorial departments, trainees gain invaluable insights and hands-on experiences. Moreover, the program extends learning opportunities by providing exposure to DW’s correspondent bureaux situated in Washington and Brussels, fostering a global perspective in journalism practices.
The DW International Journalism Traineeship is revered for its ability to shape well-rounded, versatile journalists equipped to navigate the ever-evolving media landscape and make meaningful contributions to the field of journalism, both nationally and internationally.
This program encompasses a comprehensive array of skills vital for aspiring journalists in the modern landscape. It delves into areas such as TV presentation, multimedia storytelling, data journalism, social media proficiency, and even virtual reality techniques. Through a combination of seminars, workshops, and hands-on experiences within the DW editorial offices, trainees also get exposure to DW’s correspondent bureaux located in Washington and Brussels.
Deutsche Welle’s traineeship takes you around the world – not in 80 days but in 18 months. Internships with the editorial departments give you insights into business and science issues as well as culture, news and sports. Whether its Chinese, Farsi, Spanish or another language you speak, you’ll support DW’s broadcast language departments according to your language proficiency. You’ll work with the editorial teams right from the start, writing and producing reports, conducting interviews, managing social media channels and helping to produce TV and radio podcasts. Practice-oriented seminars are at the core of our training.
As an international broadcaster, DW’s mission extends beyond merely disseminating news; it aims to contribute to media diversity and journalistic excellence. It operates with the goal of promoting democracy, freedom of expression, and the exchange of information across borders. With its extensive global reach, DW plays a significant role in offering audiences diverse perspectives and insights into global events and developments.
Requirements For The Worldwide Deutsche Welle (DW) International Journalism Traineeship
Qualifications
- To apply, you will need to have completed a university/college degree, an apprenticeship or have graduated from a journalism school prior to the start of the traineeship. All applicants are required to include certificates of their qualifications (in digital form).
Journalistic experience - The trainees work with DW editorial departments right from the start, so it is certainly an advantage if you have experience working in journalism.
For the bilingual DW traineeship, DW is looking for:
- Native speakers of a DW program language (list of the languages below) with excellent knowledge of English (C1/C2) and a good knowledge of German (B1/B2)
- Native English speakers / Proficient English users (C1/C2) with a good knowledge of German (B1/B2)
- Native German speakers / Proficient German users (C1/C2) with excellent knowledge of English (C1/C2)
Candidates must also have completed a university or college degree or apprenticeship.
Benefits
• 18 months
• trainee salary
• international broadcaster in 32 languages
• crossmedia: TV, online and radio
• six months of seminars
• internships in Berlin and Bonn
• placements with DW foreign bureaus
• international multimedia projects
• well-known media trainers
Application Deadline: 18 November 2024.
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