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POLITICO FELLOWSHIP 2025–2026 FOR EMERGING JOURNALISTS.

  • Nov 4, 2025
  • 1 min read

Updated: Nov 5, 2025

POLITICO FELLOWSHIP 2025–2026 FOR EMERGING JOURNALISTS.

The POLITICO Fellows 2025 – 2026 programme is now open for applications! This highly selective, full-time 12-month fellowship offers early-career journalists and policy-focused professionals an extraordinary opportunity. Fellows will be based in POLITICO’s Washington, D.C. area newsroom, working hands-on reporting on key policy areas including climate, health-care, technology and federal/state governance.


Use this Link to register:


WHAT YOU GET:

  1. You will receive 12-month paid fellowship (Arlington, VA).

  2. You will also get $60,000 + full benefits.

  3. A training and newsroom mentorship

  4. Reporting at the White House, Congress &     federal agencies 

  5. You will get a strong pathway to a POLITICO newsroom role.


DEADLINE

Applications must be submitted by November 7, 2025 (5 p.m. EST).


Register with this link: 


If you’re ready to dive into fast-paced journalism and shape narratives at the heart of governance, this fellowship could be your launchpad.


Pro Tip

Tailor your application with clips showing policy, governance, or accountability reporting this gives you a big edge in shortlisting. Don’t miss the chance to apply and accelerate your career!


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