BBC News Presenter
ETF News Editor, The Financial Times
Broadcast Journalist, BBC 5 Live Sport & BBC Sport
You are aged 14-19 year old and live in the UK.
The application deadline is midnight on July 26th and all applicants can expect to hear back on the evening of July 28th.
You are aged 14-19 year old and live in the UK
You’ll meet professionals in live
workshops and be able to ask
them questions.
You’ll complete activities and work assignments to develop skills and knowledge.
Complete all work and assignments at times that are suitable to you.
This programme is free for students.
Add the experience to your CV and Personal Statement.
You’ll get practical skills and knowledge.
You’ll earn a certificate if you complete the
programme.
During this free two-week virtual work experience programme, you’ll take an in-depth look at print, broadcast and photojournalism as well as a variety of roles within the industry. You’ll meet professionals working in many of these areas and roles in webinars, which will give you a chance to ask them your questions. Finally, you’ll complete work and assignments to get an understanding of what life in the journalism industry is like.
The virtual work experience programme involves around 10 hours of activity. You can complete the work over 2 weeks meaning you can fit it around your schedule, whether that be school or college. There are live workshops, but don’t worry if you’re unable to attend – you can watch recordings on-demand.
During this two week programme you’ll cover the following areas:
