2011-12 International Reporting Fellowship

Are you an aspiring international journalist? A freelancer with a great project idea? An emerging journalist interested in the nonprofit world and entrepreneurial journalism?

Apply now for this paid fellowship: a one-of-a-kind opportunity to work closely with an award-winning journalism nonprofit while developing your own international reporting project, earning a travel grant to support your work and learning to navigate the new media landscape!

Past fellows have reported on maternal health issues in Bangladesh, had their work published in national outlets and designed and led social media campaigns.

Note: the 2011-12 fellowship is open only to University of Washington students and recent graduates.

Fellowship Responsibilities

Support the CLP's daily operations, including:

• social networking campaigns
• event support
• teaching assistance
• fundraising
• general office administration
• graphic design

Research and plan an international reporting project to take place for 4-6 weeks during Spring quarter 2012, including:

• developing a project idea with guidance from experienced international freelancers
• planning and implementing fundraising campaign or event (Winter Quarter)
• pitching stories to local and national media outlets (as well as CLP editors)
• traveling and reporting in foreign country for 4-6 weeks

Application Timeline

• Applications Open: Sept 1st-Oct. 15th, 2011
• Application Deadline: 11:59pm Pacific Time, Oct. 15th 2011
• Applicant Interviews: Oct. 18th-Nov. 12th, 2011
• Pre-fellowship orientation period: Nov. 14th-Dec. 16th, 2011
• Fellowship Begins: January 2, 2011 (First day of Winter Quarter)

How do I apply?

Right here, right now! Complete the online application below before the October 15th deadline. Applications will be reviewed by a committee of CLP staff and board members and UW journalism faculty.