DW Traineeship on Journalism 2027-2028

DW offers an 18-month paid journalism traineeship organized by Deutsche Welle, an international broadcaster. The program combines seminars, workshops and placements across DW's editorial offices in Bonn, Berlin, and international bureaus, with the aim of developing skills in TV moderation, multimedia storytelling, data journalism and AI tools. Trainees work hands-on and often continue with DW or other media outlets after graduation.

Financial support through staged monthly salaries; multimedia training in TV moderation, online and social media journalism, data journalism and AI tools; opportunity to work with a global network of journalists; prestigious program with strong alumni outcomes.

They are looking for candidates from around the world who are interested in a comprehensive, quality journalism traineeship at an international broadcaster. Applicants should have journalistic experience or be passionate about switching to journalism from other professional fields such as law, business or science.

Online application process via Deutsche Welle's traineeship program portal