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Journalism Gap Year Programs

Deadlines. Breaking news. Reporting from exotic locales... If news coverage and storytelling lights a spark in your soul and you’re ready to globalize your skills, what better way to develop your career than by doing a gap year journalism program? Not only is getting your feet wet in journalism abroad pretty freaking cool, it’s a surefire resume booster. That’s because budding reporters with overseas journalism experience always stand out from the bunch. So, throw on that press pass and pull out your reporter’s notebook. It’s time to get the scoop on gap year journalism programs!

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14 Journalism Gap Year Programs

The Intern Group
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The Intern Group

Gap Year Internships Abroad

We provide internships in Europe, North America, Asia, Australia,...

Institute for Global Studies
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Institute for Global Studies

Journalism/Newspaper (Communication/Media) Internships

Join our community of IGS interns who have written more than 100 ...

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VACorps
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VACorps

Gap Year Internship Program in Cape Town with VACorps

The VACorps Gap Year Program is a transformative experience that ...

Spanish Gap Year
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Spanish Gap Year

Future Leaders Program: Gap Semester in Spain

Join a program designed to foster teamwork and entrepreneurial sk...

The High Desert Center
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The High Desert Center

High Desert Center Writing Retreat

The purpose of the Writing Retreat is to support budding writers ...

Volunteer World
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Volunteer World

Best Volunteer Projects in the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is home to white beaches, mangrove lagoons...

Love Volunteers
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Love Volunteers

Gap Year Adventures with Love Volunteers

Whether you want to support vulnerable communities in developing ...

Intern Abroad HQ
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Intern Abroad HQ

Affordable Internships in South Africa | Intern Abroad HQ

If you’re looking to gain international career experience while i...

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J2Guides
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J2Guides

Explore the Gap with an Accredited Gap Year Consultant

Discover how to craft a meaningful and purposeful gap year with o...

The American College of Greece
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The American College of Greece

Gap Year Study in Greece

Considering postponing your plans for college? You may decide to ...

Florence University of the Arts
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Florence University of the Arts

FUA-AUF Gap Year Programs in Florence

FUA-AUF offers multiple options for students looking for gap year...

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by: Brian Trumbore - United StatesProgram: Gap Year Internship Program in Cape Town with VACorps
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My experience in Cape Town has been incredible. I have seen incredible landscapes and animals I was not aware existed. I have learned how to surf, make new friends, and embrace every moment of the day. I have tried new foods and found many new activities that I love. The Friday excursions have been one of my favorite parts of this experience. We are always traveling to some exciting new place. My Internship has also been amazing. I have learned much about my future profession and what I will be expected to do. It has encouraged me to study hard in school and get this job. Everyone has been super nice and supportive in my workplace, and they are always happy to answer questions. I learned much more about my future career path during this gap year, and that has helped me feel more dedicated to my studies.

A Guide to Taking Gap Year Journalism Abroad

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It’s a fast-paced world out there filled with a lot of news to cover. So, narrowing down where you’d like to hone your journalism experience can be totally overwhelming. You’ll want to choose a gap year program that offers the journalism experience you’re looking to gain in a location that gets you amped. Let’s jump into some of the top gap year journalism program destinations. 

South Africa. Why not nurture your inner news junkie in the tech hub of Africa? If you’re a politics lover, there are media internships abroad where you’ll get to cover South African Parliament sessions in Cape Town. Spend your days shadowing top South African journalists or at a leading African travel mag in one of the many exciting travel journalism internships. Journalism abroad programs in South Africa offer journalism experience in everything from copywriting, radio, broadcast news, photojournalism, and more. 

China. Looking to get immersed in the Asian press scene? Go for a gap year journalism abroad program in China! You can brush up your news production skills at a state-run English media house in Beijing and network your way through the Chinese press corps (and study Mandarin while you’re at it!). And don’t be deterred by the government imposed restrictions that exist on Chinese media. Journalism jobs overseas in China will sharpen your newsgathering skills under the umbrella of the world’s emerging global leader—you can’t wrong with journalism opportunities abroad in China. 

England. Are you hooked on all things international media? Quench your thirst for world news with a journalism abroad gap year in England. You’ll be surrounded by first-rate journalists based at U.K. newsrooms like CNN International, BBC, and Al Jazeera. While international journalism internships in England are highly competitive, top notch media opportunities exist in everything from TV news, film production, radio, and print.

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