Deadline- 4 June 2013
Qualified young journalists are invited to apply for Berlin Capital Program which will take place November 17 – 23, 2013. The mission of this program is to promoting professional and academic networks between Germany and the U.S., the program offers young U.S. journalists the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the political, economic and cultural environment in Germany/Europe with a special focus on the German media landscape and the role of media in politics and society.
Benefits-
The award benefits include program costs, round-trip transportation from the U.S. to Germany and back, health insurance coverage during the seminar and a per diem allowance for meals, lodging, and local travel.
Documents Required–
- Official Fulbright Application Form with handwritten signature
- Curriculum Vitae
- Academic Transcripts (only versions bearing the official stamp of the university will be accepted)
- At least one letter of reference from a professor or professional supervisor(reference letters must bear the institutional letterhead and the recommender’ s handwritten signature)
- Five most recent journalistic work samples
Eligibility & Criteria-
- The program is targeted at graduating seniors or Masters degree students in the field of journalism or communication at a U.S. university, or young professional journalists, currently employed by U.S. media in the U.S., with fewer than 5 years of work experience in the field.
- have U.S. citizenship and a valid U.S.-American passport
- permanently reside in the U.S.
- demonstrate relevant academic background and professional interests
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