About the role#
The Pulliam Journalism Fellowship is a 10-week, full-time program based in Indianapolis. This fellowship offers hands-on newsroom experience, including one-on-one coaching from editors and a professional mentor. Fellows earn $720 per week.
What you'll do#
- Cover a variety of topics including politics, business, criminal justice, and features.
- Generate your own story ideas.
- Cover breaking news as assigned.
- Share news through both written articles and video.
- Work 40 hours per week, including required evening and weekend shifts.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a college junior, senior, or graduate student in a journalism or related degree program as of Nov. 1, 2026, or status as a recent graduate.
- Previous journalism experience from internships or college newspapers.
- A clear commitment to a career in journalism.
- Reliable transportation.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10 weeks, starting between mid-May and mid-June).
- Note: Fellows must arrange their own housing.
About GateHouse Media
GateHouse Media operates as a publisher of local print and online media across the United States. Founded in 2005, the company maintains a presence in 615 local markets across 39 states. It produces 156 daily newspapers alongside numerous community publications. Beyond publishing, the business provides marketing and creative services to over 220,000 small and medium-sized businesses.
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