Call for Applications: 2027 Tech Policy Press Fellowship Program

• Eligibility: Mid-career journalists with an expertise in tech
• Target region: Global
• Application language: English

Tech Policy Press intends to support a new cohort of fellows to pursue independent reporting and analysis that explore urgent questions at the intersection of technology and democracy. The year-long, part-time fellowship is designed to support mid-career journalists, researchers, and public policy professionals. They welcome a wide range of contributions, from original reporting to policy analysis.

Applicants should come prepared with a clear area of focus and a sense of how their work will contribute to informing both the public and decision-makers. They are particularly interested in projects that centre communities and regions often excluded from global tech policy conversations.

Each fellow will receive a $10,000 stipend to support their work. In addition, fellows will join an international cohort for regular feedback and exchange of ideas, receive ongoing editorial guidance, and participate in monthly sessions designed to support and strengthen their work.

Eligibility

• Applicants should have a strong background or expertise in a specific tech policy area or issue, a particular geography, or, more generally, technology and its impact on democracy or society.
• All fellows will work remotely as independent contractors.
• Fellows will be expected to Contribute (on at least a monthly basis) analysis or reporting on issues related to technology and democracy. (While topics can change after the fellowship commences, each fellow should clearly articulate a topic and why they are a good fit to cover it)
• Fellows will Contribute (on at least a monthly basis) analysis or reporting on issues related to technology and democracy. (While topics can change after the fellowship commences, each fellow should clearly articulate a topic and why they are a good fit to cover it)
• Fellows will Contribute (on at least a monthly basis) analysis or reporting on issues related to technology and democracy. (While topics can change after the fellowship commences, each fellow should clearly articulate a topic and why they are a good fit to cover it)
• Fellows will be expected to Contribute (on at least a monthly basis) analysis or reporting on issues related to technology and democracy. (While topics can change after the fellowship commences, each fellow should clearly articulate a topic and why they are a good fit to cover it)
• Fellows are expected to Contribute (on at least a monthly basis) analysis or reporting on issues related to technology and democracy. (While topics can change after the fellowship commences, each fellow should clearly articulate a topic and why they are a good fit to cover it)
•  Fellows are required to Disclose any potential conflicts of interest

How to apply

If you would like to apply for the fellowship, complete the online form by 11:59 p.m. EDT on September 24th, 2026. Required documents include:

• A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
• Cover letter (no more than two pages) that conveys what you hope to accomplish
• Links to prior publications
• Two professional references

Submit your applications here.

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