How do you get started in journalism and media? There are many different routes into the profession – from local journalism and international broadcasting to communications in public institutions and corporations.
What does modern local journalism look like in the digital age? The journalism traineeship at the General-Anzeiger Bonn combines traditional reporting skills with digital news production and offers experience across a range of editorial departments. From an early stage, trainees are encouraged to contribute their own ideas and pursue their individual interests.
How does a federal agency communicate when its information is designed to help people prepare for crises and emergencies? The traineeship at Germany’s Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK) combines media relations, social media, and public communication with crisis communication of direct relevance to society.
From regional newsrooms to international reporting assignments, the RTL School of Journalism prepares aspiring journalists for a career in the media through a combination of classroom teaching, hands-on experience, and cross-platform storytelling. At the heart of the programme is visual journalism.
Researching, developing, and publishing stories from across Cologne and the surrounding region: during the 24-month journalism traineeship at the Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger, aspiring journalists gain hands-on experience at what the newspaper describes as the region’s “No. 1 source of information”.
Around 2,000 people apply for Deutsche Welle’s journalism traineeship each year. Only twelve are selected. From day one, the aspiring journalists work in international newsrooms alongside colleagues from around the world. They learn how to report on global issues for an international audience in a clear and accessible way.
Social media, video content, public relations, and corporate strategy: The Deutsche Telekom internship program offers young professionals hands-on insights into corporate communications at Deutsche Telekom AG.
Thomas Rehm, a second-generation master carpenter, knew early on that he would take over his parents‘ business. For him, carpentry is one of the most versatile professions there is. He enjoys the freedom to work creatively and flexibly. But the job also has its downsides.
For almost 150 years, the Klais organ workshop in Bonn has been producing pipe organs that can be found in churches, concert halls and opera houses around the world. Managing director Philipp Klais is the fourth generation to run the family business and explains why organs are not only technical masterpieces, but also emotional ambassadors.
Her art literally “gets under your skin”: Kathi works as a tattoo artist. Her day-to-day work involves more than just handling the needle. Artistic skill and enjoying working with people are at least as important.
