Paid Journalism Opportunity in Greece – YOJO 2026 Open to All Nationals

Do you dream of launching your career in journalism on a global stage? Applications are now open for the YOJO Young Journalists Program 2026 in Athens, Greece — a fully paid, full-time opportunity open to aspiring journalists worldwide.

Hosted by iMEdD (Incubator for Media Education and Development), this program supports young and emerging reporters through mentorship, cutting-edge media tools, and relocation assistance. Whether you’re into investigative journalism, video reporting, or digital storytelling, this is your chance to make a global impact.

Location: Athens, Greece
Duration: 1–2 Years (Full-Time)
Type: Paid Journalism Program
Open To: All Nationalities
Start Date: January 2026
Deadline: July 31, 2025

Financial & Professional Benefits

Paid employment in Athens with a competitive entry-level salary
Relocation support provided
No Greek language or prior newsroom experience required
Mentorship from top international journalists
Access to state-of-the-art tools (AI, VR, AR, data journalism)
Strong portfolio development

Your Role as a YOJO Reporter

Report real-time events both in Greece and internationally
Produce political, investigative, and international stories
Develop video-first news for digital platforms
Experiment with new storytelling formats (AR, VR, AI)
Enhance reporting and media tech skills

Who Can Apply?

Open to all nationalities
Must be a recent graduate (since October 2023) or a final-year student in an undergraduate or postgraduate program
Fluency in English is required
Must be willing to relocate to Athens
No newsroom experience required

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