The programme is a once in a lifetime opportunity for young journalists and social media influencers. During the three weeks you will get to know Finland from its world-renown education system to inspiring business solutions and from vibrant urban life to pristine nature, and everything in between! Programme starts on 6 August and ends on 24 August, 2018. The programme is intensive, and includes briefings on various subjects, meetings with Finnish professionals and visits to business enterprises, cultural sites and institutions.
WORTH:
- Provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about Finland, Finnish society and the Finnish way of life.
- Includes a weekend stay as the guest of a Finnish family.
- The scholarship covers the costs of travel to and from Finland, local travel in Helsinki, accommodation and the daily programme, including transportation and some meals.
ELIGIBILITY:
This year’s Foreign Correspondents’ Programme is for you, if you are:
- An aspiring journalist (graduate or student due to graduate soon) with some work experience in a media house (TV, print or web) or an influencer in social media, for example an accomplished blogger or vlogger.
- A citizen or permanent resident of the following countries: Brazil, China, Colombia, Egypt, India, Japan, Kenya, Lebanon, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Republic of Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand and United States.
- Between the ages of 20- 29
- Able to work and communicate fluently in English
- Interested in learning new things, meeting people from different cultures and spending three weeks in a foreign country.
- Excited to become a lifelong friend of Finland!
DEADLINE:30 March, 2018
To apply and for more information, visit here
