South Africa: Wits Radio Academy seeks graduate interns

Journalism graduates can apply for a 12-month internship.

The internship will start in January 2018. The Wits Radio Academy, based at the University of the Witwatersrand, is looking for two news interns.

Candidates should be journalism graduates who are fluent in Afrikaans and English. Minimal editing and multitrack mixing experience is required.

The interns will rotate every six weeks between VowFm in Braamfontein and Jacaranda FM in Midrand, both in the metropolitan Johannesburg. They will learn the various aspects and operations of a newsroom.

The deadline is Nov. 10.

For more information, click here.

East-West Center : Fellowship open for journalists [Asia Pacific, Russia, US]

Journalists who  are interested in building their career in specialized reporting can apply for a  graduate degree fellowship in Hawaii.

The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship funds master's and doctoral degrees for graduate students from the Asia Pacific, Russia and the United States to attend the University of Hawaii.

Fellows participate in educational and research programs at the East-West Center, earning graduate certificate programs in international cultural studies, politics, economics, environmental change and more.

The fellowship covers tuition, fees, residence hall costs, health insurance, book allowance and a partial living stipend. The program begins August 2018.

The deadline to apply is Dec. 1.

For more information, click here.

Rockefeller Bellagio Residency Program Seeks Applications [Worldwide]

The deadline is Dec. 1.

International scholars from all disciplines are invited to apply for a residency program in 2018 and early 2019 in Italy.

The Bellagio Residency Program, sponsored by the Rockefeller Foundation, offers participants the opportunity to establish new connections and solve complex global issues. The program hosts residencies for scholars, creative artists and practitioners, but the sponsored competition is open only to scholars.

The Rockefeller Foundation seeks applicants with projects that contribute to discourse and progress related to its dual goals: advancing inclusive economies and building resilience. Selected projects also address four related focus areas: advance health; revalue ecosystems; secure livelihoods; and transform cities.

Residencies typically last four weeks, but applicants may request a shorter period.

Room and board are provided to all residents and their spouses/partners. Airfare is not included in the residency program; however, the foundation does have a limited travel assistance program based on the income of invited residents.

The deadline is Dec. 1.

For more information, click here.

Deadline Extended: Gender-based Journalism Workshop [Spain]

Anyone interested in journalism and feminism can join this workshop.

The UAM/El País Journalism School organizes a workshop focusing on journalism and gender Nov. 25 in Madrid.

Participants will learn the keys to producing information that features a gender perspective, including source finding and language use. The workshop will be led by María Sahuquillo.

Registration is ongoing until spots are filled. The cost is EUR25.

For more information (in Spanish), click here.

Journalism Contest Accepting Entries [Russia]

Professional and citizen journalists living in Russia can submit their work.

The Russian Union of Journalists and the Mediacongress "The Commonwealth of Journalists" are accepting entries for the journalism contest "I live in Russia."

Participants can submit TV stories, video, documentaries (up to 5 minutes long), photo essays and long-form multimedia stories about people who live in the Russian Federation.

The winner will be invited to the International Media Forum "Dialogue of Cultures" in St. Petersburg, Russia, with all expenses paid by Mediacongress.

The deadline is Nov. 13.

For more information (in Russian), click here.

EGU offers Journalism science fellowship [Worldwide]

Journalists interested in covering research in Earth, planetary or space sciences can apply for this fellowship. 

The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is accepting applications for the seventh edition of its Science Journalism Fellowship competition.

The fellowship offers journalists the opportunity to follow geoscientists on location and to develop an in-depth understanding of their research questions, approaches, findings and motivation.

Proposals should focus on a topic in the geosciences (including planetary and space sciences) with potential broad public appeal, preferably feature leading Europe-based researchers, and outline an original, well-informed approach to the subject.

Fellows receive up to EUR5,000 (US$5,872) to cover expenses related to their projects. 

The deadline is Dec. 5.

For more information, click here.

Festival focuses on digital and innovative journalism [Brazil]

Journalists, media entrepreneurs and students can watch this event online.

The 3i Festival - Innovative, Inspiring and Independent Journalism will take place Nov. 11 and 12 in Rio de Janeiro. The festival is organized by Agência Lupa, Agência Pública, BRIO, JOTA, Nexo, Nova Escola, Ponte Jornalismo, Repórter Brasil and Google News Lab.

The program will cover topics such as independent financing and sustainability, business models, technology applied to journalism, polarization in social media and fact-checking, and more.

Special guests include The Intercept's Glenn Greenwald; Cross Check's Claire Wardle; Politifact's Angie Holan; Malo Pasos' José Luis Pardo; Nómada's Martin Pellece; and Chicas Poderoras' Mariana Santos. 

Participants will also present their journalism projects on the last day of the festival.

Registration is now closed, but the event will be webcast live on its Facebook page.

For more information (in Portuguese), click here.

Journalism Award calls for submissions [MENA]

Arab journalists can enter this contest in Dubai.

The Arab Journalism Award is accepting submissions from journalists who have exhibited creativity, objectivity and the ability to reach a range of sectors in Arab society.

Entries can be made in the following categories: investigative reporting, digital journalism, sports journalism, business journalism, dialogue journalism, political journalism, cultural journalism, humanitarian journalism, Arabic youth journalism, best journalistic photo, caricatures in journalism and media personality of the year.

Each category winner will receive a cash prize.

The deadline to enter is Dec. 26.

For more information (in Arabic), click here.

The Economist accepting Applications for Foreign correspondent [China]

Journalists with a good knowledge of China and of standard Chinese can apply for this position.

The Economist is hiring a foreign correspondent to be based in Beijing or elsewhere outside the United Kingdom.

The selected journalist will help with the coverage of foreign affairs. 

Candidates must submit a test piece of no more than 600 words, two ideas for articles and a CV. 

The deadline is Oct. 31.

For more information, click here.

Smithsonian hosts photo contest [Worldwide]

The deadline is Nov. 30.

Professional and amateur photographers can enter this contest.

Smithsonian magazine is accepting submissions for its annual photo contest.

Contestants can submit up to 15 photos to each of the following categories: the natural world, travel, people, the American experience, altered images and mobile photos.

The grand prize consists of US$2,500. Each category winner, along with the readers' choice winner, will receive US$500. The best photo in any of the categories taken with a mobile device will receive US$500.

The deadline is Nov. 30.

For more information, click here.

The Seattle Times seeks interns [US]

College sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students can apply for the program.

The Seattle Times offers paid, 10-week internships for students pursuing careers in journalism.

Interns will work on digital and interactives, graphics, photojournalism, investigative reporting, copy editing and reporting. They will also attend weekly training sessions with staff in Seattle.

Applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to print and online journalism. One previous internship at a daily news organization is preferred; multimedia experience is a plus.

The application deadline is Nov. 15.

For more information, click here.