U.S. Agency for Global Media Fellowship, Summer 2025

All applicants must apply via TWC application portal here!

Program Description

This paid internship gives you meaningful work experience and a unique opportunity to chart your career path with skills, networking and mentorship. Available to both undergraduate and graduate students, USAGM Fellows will receive first-hand experience in the Federal Government’s global media programs. The flexible program provides opportunity for in-person work at USAGM headquarters in Washington, DC, along with remote and hybrid working opportunities, all offering valuable professional experience that compliments education in fields related to the U.S. Agency for Global Media's mission.

Each Fellow will work under the guidance of a USAGM manager, developing and delivering work that is experienced by millions of people around the world. Open to individuals from diverse backgrounds, geographies and lived experience, this is an opportunity to gain contacts, skills and career insights which are invaluable in preparing individuals for future employment, all while matching their course of study and field of interest and delivering meaningful work.

USAGM Fellows may perform broadcasting functions with duties that may include the following:

• Research and production of daily audio/video programming
• Composition of special reports
• Research for stories or profiles, news events, features and special topics
• Camera work
• Interviews
• Logging
• Transcription
• Organizing footage
• Collection of b-roll
• Writing
• Editing audio/video, mobile and social media

USAGM Fellows may also perform duties supporting the Mission Support Offices such as Administration, Contracts, Public Affairs & Relations, Human Resources, Graphics and Research which may include:

• Research
• Writing/Policy
• Graphics
• Analyzing Data
• Preparing Reports
• Data Cleansing

Fellowships may be in-person or virtual depending on the programming office mission/needs. Fellows will engage in work as directed by supervisors and program guidelines.

Eligibility

To be eligible to participate you must meet the following criteria:

• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident (I-151 or I-551), or have lived in the U.S. for three (3) consecutive years
• Currently enrolled in a degree-granting program as an undergraduate or graduate student from a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), college, university, or tribal college or an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Have completed at least one (1) full year (freshman year or equivalent) college or university coursework at an institution described above before the internship begins
• Have a minimum post-secondary GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for the duration of the internship
• Have a confirmed interest in working with USAGM

Program Components

During this full-time 10-week Summer and 15-week Fall program, you will intern five days per week. Assignments may be in-person, fully virtual or hybrid, depending on the office in which you are placed.

Various professional development sessions will be available to enhance fellows’ knowledge and marketability. The Washington Center (TWC) organizes hands-on experiences to prepare you for career growth including resume review & cover letter writing, LinkedIn review and interviewing & pitching yourself. TWC also organizes networking opportunities during and has highly active alumni networks of which you will be a part.

Program Benefits

This is a fully funded program sponsored by USAGM. Sponsorship covers the cost of the program, housing (if needed) and roundtrip travel to and from the internship site city. You will be responsible for daily expenses (such as meals), however, USAGM may cover the cost of commuting expenses. A stipend of $2,550 to $5,550 (depending on housing needs) will be provided to help alleviate these expenses.

Housing and Living

Fully furnished housing near the internship site is provided by TWC for interns who are selected for on-site or hybrid positions. Housing accommodations can, and typically do, require shared-living arrangements with other interns. Every effort is made to arrange housing near essential amenities like grocery stores, public transit and medical facilities.  

Interns with on-site or hybrid positions can choose not to use the TWC provided housing. Instead, you may take the portion of the stipend reserved for housing and use that to acquire your own housing.

Academic Credit

You may be eligible to receive academic credit for your participation in this program. However, credits are determined and awarded by each university. You are responsible for arranging any academic credit through your college or university. You should discuss arrangements with your institution, prior to starting the program and let TWC know the specific requirements of your university.

Dates and Deadlines

Summer 2025 (Virtual, hybrid and in-person positions) 

• Applications Accepted: November 14, 2024 – February 6, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET (priority deadline is January 16, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET)
• Decision Notifications: Mid-May 2025 (Applicants are notified when they are selected for interviews until all positions are filled or until mid-May)
• Program Dates: June 2, 2025 – August 8, 2025 (subject to change)
   

How to Apply

Applications for the U.S. Agency for Global Media Fellowship Program can be found here.

Application Documents

You need to submit the following documents along with your application:

• Resume: Submit a max 2-page resume in PDF format reflecting relevant work experience, volunteerism, awards, leadership, extra-curricular activities, research, and academic experiences. Your resume must include your GPA and your current contact information including email address, home address and telephone number.
• Cover Letter: Submit a cover letter (one page maximum, single-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, standard margins, PDF format) that addresses your specific interest in interning with USAGM, along with what skills and experiences you have that make you a unique candidate. Rather than repeating your resume, you should describe why you want to intern with USAGM, what skills and knowledge you have that has prepared you for this opportunity and what you hope to gain from this experience.
• Transcript: Both unofficial and official transcripts are accepted. Please ensure that your Social Security Number is crossed out on the submitted document.
• Proof of Citizenship or Permanent Residency: Proof of Citizenship includes either a scan of your U.S. passport, U.S. birth certificate or certificate of naturalization. Proof of permanent residency (I-151 or I-551) includes Permanent Resident Card (green card), form I-551 front and back, or foreign passport with I-551 stamp or MRIV.

Email federal@twc.edu with any questions!