Applictions is open for Sue Palminteri WildTech Reporting Fellowship 2021! Apply now!
Mongabay.org offers an exciting fellowship opportunity. This opportunity primarily involves writing stories that cover conservation technology-related research for the affiliated news site – Mongabay.com. The fellow will have the opportunity to develop their writing skills and have their news stories be published on our renowned website which boasts over two million global readers every month. This is a part-time, six-month opportunity supported by a special fund created in the memory of Sue Palminteri. With this program, Mongabay is developing a fellowship in Sue’s name that would honor her interest in conservation, technology, and journalism by providing opportunities for students and new journalists to gain experience in conservation technology and writing.
The WildTech Reporting Fellow will be writing roughly six news stories and six interviews on a variety of conservation technology topics over a course of a six-month commitment (July-December 2021). Topics will be assigned to the fellow by one of the editors. The Mongabay fellow will work closely with Mongabay journalists and receive writing guidelines and feedback on their news stories before publication, receive a deeper understanding of journalistic programs and processes at Mongabay and receive one-on-one training and mentorship from the editors who work with the fellow.
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Program Schedule:
This is a part-time program. The Fellow will be working virtually (at home or wherever they feel most productive) with set deadlines to be met. Authority is flexible on how many hours per week the fellow is able to work. Some weeks could require more hours than others depending on the editorial stage of each assignment; the Fellow has to be flexible and plan accordingly.
Selection Process:
Applicants will be notified in late June. Applicants are asked not to email asking about the status of the application in the meantime. If selected, they will start in the first month of the term (July 2021).
Location:
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Honorarium:
With the support of Conservation X-Labs, Mongabay readers, and Sue’s network of friends, the WildTech Reporting Fellow will receive a $5,000 honorarium for the duration of the program.
Fellowship Perks:
- Publishing experience in a high-profile news outlet
- Learning about journalistic programs and processes at Mongabay
- Becoming part of a community of passionate and talented writers
- Coaching and support:
- Meet and greet training session via Skype and Q&A with Mongabay staff
- Working with different editors and receiving guidance and feedback
- Developing writing skills
- Developing interviewing skills
- Resume building
- Mongabay letters of reference and personal recommendations
Eligibilities
The application process is competitive and will be selected one fellow for the term. Below is a list of traits being looked for when selecting individuals for the fellowship program:
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-motivator
- Passionate about environmental subjects
- Positive attitude
- Coachable and open to learning
- Strong values – personally and professionally
- Problem-solving skills
- Interest in conservation technology
Please refrain from applying to this opportunity if you:
- Are already a regular Mongabay contributor
- Don’t speak English, as this opportunity is managed by our English editorial team
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit the following documents (have these items prepared before beginning the application process):
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Indicate why you are interested and what values & skills you can contribute to Mongabay.
- Indicate whether you have previous experience in conservation technology or related fields. If you don’t, please explain what compelled you to apply for this opportunity.
- Submit a writing sample from a journal entry or blog article. If you don’t have a sample you can choose one from the following three articles to complete a writing sample (600 words max.)
- A new use of technology to solve an old problem: Estimating the population size of a burrow nesting seabird
- Can Handheld Thermal Imaging Technology Improve Detection of Poachers in African Bushveldt?
- Adoption and consequences of new light-fishing technology (LEDs) on Lake Tanganyika, East Africa
- Optional: submit an additional writing sample of your own.
Please find the application form on Apply Now to send your materials. Applications submitted by email will not be accepted.
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Application Deadline: May 31, 2021
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