DW Traineeship 2028–2029 in Germany: Paid Journalism Training for International Applicants

Overview

The DW Traineeship 2028–2029 is an 18-month international journalism training program hosted by Deutsche Welle, Germany’s international broadcaster. The program is designed to develop professional journalism skills through practical newsroom experience, seminars, and workshops. Participants will explore modern reporting techniques, including television moderation, data journalism, multimedia storytelling, and the application of artificial intelligence tools in journalism. Training takes place at Deutsche Welle editorial offices in Bonn and Berlin, alongside exposure to regional bureaus worldwide. There are 12 positions available for this paid opportunity.

Who can apply

The program welcomes creative, curious, and critical-thinking individuals seeking an international journalism career. Applications are open to candidates with a background in journalism, as well as individuals from other academic and professional disciplines such as law, economics, science, technology, and information technology who wish to transition into journalism.

What you get

Selected participants receive a paid 18-month traineeship providing practical journalism training and professional development. The curriculum covers traditional broadcasting methods alongside digital reporting techniques and contemporary media disciplines across editorial environments.

How to apply

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official Deutsche Welle recruitment portal. Applicants must complete all mandatory assessment tasks before the submission deadline.

Key dates

Applications opened on October 13, 2026, and the application deadline is November 17, 2026, at 12 p.m. Central European Time. The traineeship begins in January 2028 and continues through June 2029.