Fully Funded: Deutsche Welle International Journalism Traineeship 2027/28 in Germany | How To Apply
Applications are now open for the 2027/2028 Deutsche Welle International Journalism Traineeship for interested candidates worldwide.
The DW International Journalism Traineeship covers a range of fields and skills, such as TV-moderation, multimedia storytelling, data journalism and working with AI-tools.
Participants gets hands-on training in journalism, a monthly salary, and the technical know-how in the TV, radio and the online sector.
In this post, we will disclose the details of the traineeship program, its details, benefits, application procedure and the program’s requirements.
DW International Journalism Traineeship Summary
- Host Country: Germany
- Category: Training | Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Monthly Salary | International Journalism Training | Job Opportunity
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: November 17, 2025.
Deutsche Welle International Journalism Traineeship 2027/28 Details:
DW is looking for creative people, who are interested in a comprehensive, high quality journalism program with an international broadcaster and who want to help shape the journalism of the future.
The 18-month paid journalism program is considered one of the most prestigious of its kind in Germany – and beyond.
The topics are explored in seminars and workshops at DW’s editorial offices in Bonn and Berlin, along with DW’s regional bureaus across the globe.
The traineeship includes:
- six months of theory and practice-oriented seminar modules in German and English
- nine months of placements with various DW editorial departments in Bonn, Berlin and one of our foreign bureaus
- a one-month internship elective
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- ician, nurse, chef, pilot, football player or referee.
- have initial journalistic experience
- possess a creative mind
- demonstrate social media expertise
- show the ability to work under deadlines and as part of a team.
Benefits of Deutsche Welle International Journalism Traineeship 2027
So many benefits come with the Deutsche Welle International Journalism Traineeship, they include;
- Transmission of journalistic knowledge and skills
- Seminars on all relevant journalistic topics with renowned trainers
- Insights and work in various DW editorial offices in Bonn and Berlin as well as in the
- DW field studios in Washington, Brussels, Riga, Delhi and Jakarta.
- Guidance on creating your own journalistic products for TV, radio or online, from brainstorming to technical implementation
- technical know-how in the TV, radio and the online sector
- various editorial positions in Germany, Europe and worldwide
- the secure prospect of working for DW worldwide as a journalist in a permanent position
- a performance-related salary
- inspiring and challenging tasks in a modern and international media company
- an organizational culture characterized by New Work and Digital Leadership & Collaboration
- Promotion of diversity, inclusion and sustainability
- individual development
- flexible working time models
- excellent company catering
- Convenient location and discounted public transportation tickets
- Excellent company catering and modern multifunctional areas
- Wide range of company sports and health management
How to Apply for Deutsche Welle International Journalism Traineeship 2027/28 (Step by Step)
To apply for the Deutsche Welle International Journalism Traineeship, interested and qualified candidates should;
- Click the green button below to visit the application webpage.
- Applications must be made online only within the given timeframe. The application link will only be activated during this period!
- The application period for the 2027 international traineeship is open from October 13, 2025 (12 p.m. CEST) to November 17, 2025 (12 p.m. CET).
- The application also includes mandatory tasks – a questionnaire and the production of an application video.
- Please read all the useful information to better prepare your application and find out more about the application process in our FAQ.
