Student Fellow (Center for Journalism Ethics)

Our student fellowship program welcomes exceptional UW–Madison undergraduate and graduate students with a strong interest in creating a more ethical future for media. Over the course of one or two semesters, fellows work under the mentorship of our director, advisory board and administrator, to produce original reporting on the critical ethical issues of our time and to contribute to the life of the Center.

Former fellows have written for a national audience on a wide variety of topics – from how to cover addiction, immigration or crime, to industry changes such as AI use, corporate consolidation and the decline in trust. Their work has been recognized and shared by national press organizations and incorporated into journalism classes throughout the world.

The program offers student a challenging but flexible role, one in which they are encouraged to take on projects and pursue areas of personal and professional interest, and the opportunity to meet with and interview some of the most impressive and thoughtful journalists working today. In recognition of their time and contributions, fellows receive a $500 scholarship (per semester).

In addition to your resume, please submit the following:

• A statement of 500 words or fewer detailing your interest in journalism and particularly in journalism ethics, any relevant coursework, your major and career goals, and your expected graduation date. Highlight any relevant experiences or skills.
• Resume plus one or two of your best writing samples. 
• Names and contact information for two UW-Madison references (SJMC faculty, staff and teaching assistants are ideal), including the context in which the reference knows you. Note: letters of reference are not required, just contact info.