Deadline:
June 15, 2026
Location(s)
Germany United Kingdom
Overview
The German-British Programme of the IJP was founded in 1995. It is of particular importance given the sometimes bizarre portrayals of the relationship between Germany and the UK in the media. Brexit has intensified this phenomenon and thus made a journalistic exchange between Great Britain and Germany even more important.
Details
Every year, the bursary enables British and German journalists to spend time working in each other’s countries. Bursary holders work in British or German editorial offices of their choice and at the same time report for their home media. This way, the participants get to know the working methods of the media in the host country and gain a direct impression of politics, economy, culture and society in Germany or the United Kingdom.
The programme was founded in 1995. Since 2000, the programme has borne the name of the British publisher and publicist Lord George Weidenfeld (1919-2016). It is under the patronage of the respective ambassadors in Berlin and London.
Timeline
The programme usually begins with a three-day introductory event in London or Berlin. This is immediately followed by eight weeks working for a German or British outlet. Following the final conference, the fellows submit their journalistic work and a report of at least three pages.
Application
Applications are open to British and German journalists aged 18 to 40 who work as editors, trainees or regular freelancers for German or British media. British applicants should submit their CV with a passport photo, a recommendation letter by their supervisor, the head of department or chief editor, as well as four work samples and a statement of preference for certain media and/or locations.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Journalists between the age of 18 and 40 years who regularly contribute as staff or freelance journalists to the German or British media can apply. There is no formal language requirement concerning the host language. Nevertheless, it is highly recommended for German applicants to present evidence of fluency in English in their application. British applicants do not have to have any prior knowledge of German, though we recommend that they start to prepare themselves to work in a mostly German language workplace once the bursary is granted. The conferences are primarily conducted in English. IJP put great emphasis on intensive individual preparation by participants prior to departure and look for applicants with relevant interests and expertise.
Dates
Deadline: June 15, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
Fellows of the programme receive a one-time payment of 3,800 Euros. The amount is intended to cover most of the travel expenses, food and accommodation. Fellows are expected to make a certain contribution of their own. Remuneration for the work on site is not envisaged.
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