Applications are now open for the DW Traineeship 2028/29 in Germany. An 18-month paid training program for aspiring journalists and professionals interested in building a career in media. Organized by Deutsche Welle (DW), Germany’s international broadcaster, the program combines professional journalism training with practical experience in editorial departments. The traineeship welcomes candidates from all around the world. The program is scheduled to run from January 2027 to June 2028, with placements in Bonn and Berlin. Trainees will receive a monthly salary of €2,196 to €2,473 before taxes. The DW Traineeship will start in January 2028 and end in June 2029. More details are below.
Quick Overview of DW Traineeship 2028
- Host Country: Germany
- Organization: Deutsche Welle (DW)
- Location: Bonn and Berlin
- Duration: 18 months
- Program Dates: January 2027 to June 2028
- Deadline: 17th November 2026
Monthly Salary and Financial Benefits
The DW Traineeship provides a monthly salary that increases in stages during the 18-month program.
- Months 1–6: €2,196 per month
- Months 7–12: €2,374 per month
- Months 13–18: €2,473 per month
Why Should You Consider This Journalism Traineeship?
The DW Traineeship offers more than classroom-based learning. It offers a chance to see how professional journalism works while building practical skills in a real media environment.
Key highlights include:
- Earn While You Learn: Receive a monthly salary throughout the traineeship.
- Practical Newsroom Experience: Work with editorial teams and gain exposure to professional media production.
- Develop Modern Journalism Skills: Learn about multimedia storytelling, data journalism, social media, and AI tools.
- Explore Different Media Formats: Gain exposure to television, digital, and other journalism formats.
- Consider a Career Change: Applicants from other professional fields may also be eligible.
Which Languages Are Covered by the DW Traineeship?
DW provides journalism services in multiple languages. The languages associated with the traineeship include Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Chinese, Croatian, Dari, English, French, German, Greek, Hausa, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Kiswahili, Macedonian, Pashto, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Tamil, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Urdu.
Who Can Apply for the DW Traineeship?
- Applicants must meet the nationality and other eligibility conditions specified by DW.
- Candidates must have completed a university or college degree, vocational apprenticeship, or journalism school qualification before the traineeship begins.
- Previous journalism experience is an advantage but may not be compulsory.
- Career changers from fields such as law, science, and information technology may be considered if they demonstrate a strong interest in journalism.
- Applicants must submit examples of their published or broadcast work.
- Candidates must satisfy the language requirements for their chosen track.
Required Documents
- Letter of Motivation
- Current CV
- University Diploma or Training Certificate(s)
- Samples of Your Work
- Passport Copy
- Residency Permit
- Proof of Language Skills (if available)
- Internship Certificate
- Employment References
- Letter of Recommendation
How to Apply for the DW Traineeship 2028?
Online application only. The Link to the official website is below.
APPLY FOR THE DW TRAINEESHIP GERMANY
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