Fellowship

The Programming fellowship are available for graduates who have completed internships in journalism or international relations at either Al Jazeera, or a similar company or institution. Successful candidates will be granted fellowships within one of Al Jazeera English’s programs produced in the United States: Fault Lines or The Stream for a six month period, and will receive a monthly stipend.   

Al Jazeera is seeking focused, self-motivated individuals with demonstrated knowledge of journalistic practice, social media, and geopolitical issues. Successful candidates come from various academic backgrounds including:

·  Journalism, documentary film, media studies, communications

·  International affairs and political sciences

·  Various area-studies programs that complement Al Jazeera’s programs

Successful candidates possess the following characteristics (these may vary slightly between programs):

·  Pursuant of a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in journalism or a related discipline

·  Graduation with a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in journalism or a related discipline

·  Demonstrated proficiency in journalistic research and reporting

·  Demonstrated knowledge of international affairs

·  Demonstrated interest in investigative journalism

·  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·  Ability to work independently and on deadline

·  Proficiency in social media and ability to write for the web

Additional skills are highly valued, but not necessary:

·  Familiarity with documentary film-making techniques and technology

·  Foreign language proficiency

·  Specialized knowledge of a particular region or country

·  Experience with non-linear editing programs (Avid, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro)

·  Graphic Design experience (Adobe Creative Suite)

The Programming Fellowship is restricted to students who are US citizens or foreign nationals that hold a US Social Security Number (SSN), or students with a demonstrated right to work in the U.S. AJE will not provide any sponsorship or visa support.