Arthur F. Burns Fellowship Program

Purpose

The program offers young print and broadcast journalists from each country the opportunity to share professional expertise with their colleagues across the Atlantic while working as 'foreign correspondents' for their hometown news organizations.

Countries of study are Germany and USA.

Eligibility

Open to U.S. and German journalists between the age of 21–37, who are employed by a newspaper, news magazine, broadcast station, news agency or who work freelance and/or online. Applicants must have demonstrated journalistic talent and a strong interest in U.S.-European affairs. German language proficiency is not required, but it is encouraged.

Quantity Available

10 from each country

Frequency

• Annual

Study Length

2 months (August–September)

Award Value

Travel expenses and a stipend are provided

Application procedure

Please refer to the website at external link.

Closing date

March 1st

Study Level

• Professional development
• Unrestricted