About KSJ@MIT:
The Knight Science Journalism Program at MIT seeks to advance science journalism in the public interest by nurturing and enhancing the ability of journalists to accurately and thoughtfully illuminate science and its intersection with human culture.
Launched in 1983 under the guidance of founding director, Victor McElheny, the program is among the most distinguished journalism fellowships in the world, housed in MIT’s acclaimed Program in Science, Technology, and Society, located in the MIT School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. The KSJ vision was recognized early as an essential one in supporting and developing science journalism by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
KSJ Project Fellowships:
Eligibility and Applying:
- Be a U.S. citizen or green card holder and reside in the U.S.
- Have at least three full years of experience covering science, technology, the environment or medicine.
- Be a reporter, writer, editor, producer, illustrator, filmmaker, or photojournalist. This includes work for newspapers, magazines, television, radio, and digital media. Applicants may be either staff or freelance journalist.
Applications must be submitted through our online portal and should include:
- A working title for your project.
- A résumé or curriculum vitae.
- A project proposal of 1000 words or less that: (1) describes your project, including any deliverables you expect to produce during the fellowship period; (2) describes your project’s potential to have meaningful impact, both during the fellowship and beyond; (3) explains why you are the person best qualified to do the project; and (4) why this fellowship support would be critical to the project’s success.
- A budget detailing anticipated research-related expenses, including travel, equipment, and other expenditures. Support for these expenses will be capped at $5,000 per fellow.
- A letter of recommendation from an individual familiar with your work who can comment on your abilities, your commitment to journalism, and the suitability of your project idea.
Sharon Begley Science Reporting Fellowship:
What are the benefits?
Fellows will be paid $75,000 and receive health insurance through MIT. They will receive 10 days of vacation and get standard holidays off.
Who is eligible to apply?
An applicant must be residing in the U.S. and live in, or be willing to relocate to, the Boston area. Applicants must have some previous journalism experience; between six months and five years is desirable. Previous work as a science writer is not required. In compliance with federal law, fellows will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
How do I apply?
Applications for the two 2022-23 fellowships will be accepted starting March 28, 2022, until May 6, 2022, at 5 p.m. ET.
You will need to submit:
- A personal statement of up to 1,000 words describing yourself, your goals for the fellowship, and how your background, experiences, and career path influenced your decision to pursue this opportunity.
- A resume.
- Links to 3-5 published articles that showcase your reporting and writing skills.
- A letter of recommendation from an individual familiar with your work who can comment on your abilities, your commitment to journalism, and your suitability for this fellowship. Letter must be submitted by May 9.
Moreinfo: https://ksj.mit.edu/fellowship/
