Applications are open to apply for the YOJO Young Journalists Program 2026. It is a full-time Paid Employment in Athens, Greece. The Duration of the Program is one or two years, and it is open to candidates from around the world. The Program targets Undergraduates, Graduates, and final-year students from all countries to become a YOJO Reporter.
The Objective of this Program is to invite the next generation of reporters who will shape the future of independent journalism through impactful, transparent, and innovative journalism. YOJO strongly emphasizes Video Content. The program will select 20 applicants from around the world, and Participants will be relocated to Athens, Greece, in January 2026. Knowledge of the Greek Language is not required. More details are below.
Details About YOJO Young Journalists Program 2026 in Greece
- Host Country: Greece
- Location: Athens
- Duration: 1-2 Years
- Sponsored by: iMEdD (Incubator for Media Education and Development)
- Dates: January 2026
- Deadline: 31st July 2025
Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Paid Employment in Greece
- Relocation Support
- Entry-level salary According to the Greece Market
Features of the Program
- Greek Language is not required.
- No Newsroom experience required.
- Mentorship by industry-leading journalists
Duties of a YOJO Journalist
- Hands-on Reporting: Cover events in Greece and globally, with real-time reporting.
- Impactful Stories: Produce important stories such as political, investigative, international, or conflict journalism.
- Video-First Content: Create engaging digital news, including on-camera reporting.
- Innovative Storytelling: Experiment with AR, VR, XR, data journalism, and AI tools.
- Skill Development: Master cutting-edge broadcast and media technology.
- Strong Portfolio: Build a Strong Portfolio.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Open to all Nationals.
- Education: You need to be a recent graduate (since October 2023) or a final-year student at the undergraduate or postgraduate level.
- Language: You must be fluent in English.
- Experience: No previous newsroom experience is necessary.
- Relocation: You must be willing to relocate to Athens, Greece.
- Read YOJO FAQs.
Timeline
- Interviews: June– August 2025
- Program Start: January 2026
Required Documents
- CV
- Personal Video Statement
- Work Samples
- References (Contacts)
- Long-Term Goals Description
- Reporting Issues Description
- Why YOJO Description
- Outlook on Journalism Description
How to Apply for the YOJO Young Journalists Program 2026?
Complete the online application form. The Link to the official website is below.
APPLY FOR THE YOJO PROGRAM, GREECE