Positive Action Scheme 2026 - Environment - Black, Asian, Minority-Ethnic

Job description

The Guardian believes there should be a better representation of our diverse society in the media and, to break down barriers, each summer we run a work-experience scheme for those considering a career in journalism. This year our London office is running a paid work-experience scheme for Black, Asian and minority-ethnic applicants interested in environment journalism . Successful applicants will spend two weeks on our environment desk, during July or August, shadowing our team of journalists and editors. You’ll learn about different aspects of the profession and have a chance to pitch story ideas. You will see up close the daily discussions and decision-making which help create our newspaper and website, and how we cover the climate crisis and other environmental stories across the globe. You will also have an experienced journalist as a mentor to offer careers advice. Criteria For applicants who have no access to accommodation in London (nor the ability to travel daily to our King’s Cross headquarters), the Sarah Hughes Trust has kindly offered to provide a small number of grants. If you'd like to be considered for one of these, you can do so via the application form. - To be con...