2027 Grant Funded Summer Pulliam Journalism Fellowship in News Reporting

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IndyStar, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking college students and recent graduates with journalism experience for a rewarding and demanding fellowship.

The news reporting fellows will work 40 hours per week, with the potential to cover a range of politics, business, criminal justice, features and other news. Evening and weekend shifts will be required.

We are looking for candidates who have curiosity and initiative. They generate their own story ideas as well as jump on breaking news as assigned. They are comfortable sharing news via video as well as the written word.

Why should I apply for this journalism program?

• You'll gain valuable hands-on experience, one-on-one coaching from our editors and a professional mentor as part of the prestigious Pulliam Journalism Fellowship.
• You'll get paid, too. Fellows earn $720/week ($18/hour) for the 10-week program.

Am I qualified for this journalism program?

• Recent graduates and college juniors, seniors and graduate students enrolled in a journalism or related degree program as of Nov. 1, 2026, are eligible.
• Previous journalism experience via internships and/or your college newspaper is required.
• You need to be committed to a career in journalism. You must have reliable transportation and arrange for your own housing. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity among its journalism fellows.

What's the deadline for this fellowship application?

• Applications must be submitted by Nov. 6, 2026, but they will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply sooner rather than later.

When should I be there?

• The 10-week fellowship can start anytime between mid-May — if you want to cover the events surrounding the Indy 500 — and mid-June. 

How do I apply?

Please attach your resume and cover letter along with your application. Your cover letter should address why you want to be a journalist and list your areas of coverage interest from among these possibilities: politics, features, business, criminal justice and breaking news.