Emerging Reporters 2026-2027

ProPublica•New York, NY

10d•$9,000 - $9,000

About The Position

The Emerging Reporters Program provides $9,000 stipends, along with mentoring and a trip to a journalism conference, such as the Investigative Reporters & Editors conference, to five students each year who work or want to work at college journalism outlets: newspapers, websites, radio stations or TV stations. ProPublica has a vested interest in developing more journalists from a wide range of backgrounds, particularly those who are economically disadvantaged. We consider it crucial to the future of our industry and to our own ability to fulfill our mission, which is to expose abuses of power and produce journalism that provokes change. Without the voices and points of view of more journalists from diverse backgrounds, there is every reason to believe that important stories are being overlooked. Barriers that keep aspiring journalists from entering the field include financial constraints and lack of access to mentors and training. The Emerging Reporters Program is aimed at lowering those barriers and encouraging the next generation of journalists.

Requirements

Aspiring journalists who find investigative journalism inaccessible for financial reasons.
Undergraduate juniors or seniors in college for the 2026-27 academic year.
Demonstrate financial need.
Demonstrate an early dedication to journalism as a career, through internships, work at local news outlets or work at campus publications, or show eagerness and drive to learn the craft.
Eligible to file U.S. taxes.
Able to provide a completed W-9 form.
U.S. citizens or U.S. residents.
Must provide a valid Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number.

Nice To Haves

Students from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in journalism are especially encouraged to apply.
Candidates who may not fit the exact description but have important skills are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Work or want to work at college journalism outlets (newspapers, websites, radio stations or TV stations).
Take a full course load during the 2026-27 school year.
Participate in mentoring sessions.
Attend a journalism conference.