TAP JOURNALISM INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
International Students

Learning about the country from an angle that extends beyond conflict and is often underreported in foreign media, was the most impactful part of my TAP journey.

- Sonya Dymova,
Northwestern University

My time in Armenia was highly rewarding and an unforgettable experience. I improved my professionalism and diversified my portfolio and skills in journalism.

-Audrey Sears,
Stonehill College

This experience will definitely set me apart from candidates in future job applications, as it shows initiative, curiosity, and a willingness to take on the unknown. I feel there's a lot to explore here as a journalist, whether that be humanitarian issues, emerging industries, or the country's shifting international relations.

- Sophie Holloway,
City University, London

My time in Armenia has paved my path towards success and opportunity in international journalism and beyond. Armenias culture, cooking, and community was just the cherry on top of an already life-changing program.

-Emily Hanna,
Ohio University

The most valuable part of my internship was working with various media, allowing for creative storytelling. I’m grateful to have immersed myself in Armenia’s rich history, culture, and cuisine—it is a truly special place.

- Skylar Yoder,
King’s College London

The TAP internship program combines real-world work with international travel, offering journalism students and recent graduates globally a chance to grow both professionally and personally.

The program is an opportunity to develop your journalism skills and get published, all while developing your own journalistic projects. You will gain hands-on experience reporting on stories ranging from politics and tech to culinary and culture.

Aspiring writers and photojournalists can tap into our local and global connections, with dedicated in-country staff available to provide invaluable support.

TAP partners with leading local media and academic organizations in the country that share a common goal: to train and support young journalism students from across the globe.

CivilNet is an independent online media and television platform with a focus on strengthening Armenia’s democratic and economic development. CivilNet’s reporting, which reaches more than 11 million people annually, covers culture, politics, business, and technology.

EVN Report is an independent, non-profit online weekly magazine. They have a mix of reporting, analysis, and commentary on politics, economy, culture, tech and innovation, lifestyle, and the arts, as well as compelling narratives, podcasts, and multimedia storytelling.

Hetq/Hetq Media Factory is an investigative media platform with its umbrella organization. Covering politics, society, economy, culture, technology, science, sports, and regional affairs, it maintains a strong commitment to fact-checking, data journalism, and media innovation. Hetq Media Factory serves as an educational hub, providing students with hands-on opportunities to develop their skills in journalism and media production.

Factor TV is a news platform dedicated to strengthening civil society in Armenia. It provides impartial news, video reports, and original programs focusing on politics, economy, society, and culture.

Mediamax News Agency is a respected news agency in Armenia known for its focus on quality, efficiency, and reliability. It provides in-depth news and analysis on foreign and domestic policies, the economy, and business, with a strong emphasis on exclusive interviews. Mediamax is recognized for hosting discussions with top global leaders and officials from organizations such as the G8, NATO, and the European Union.

By working with these entities, TAP Interns will gain hands-on experience in international journalism, develop publications and digital news products, learn firsthand how a newsroom works, as well as refine research, writing, production and communication skills. Armenia’s unique location allows Interns the opportunity to work and cover the post-Soviet space, as well as the entire region, including Russia, Iran, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Free accommodation and a $250/week stipend during work in Armenia will be provided.

Internship work varies depending on the season as well as current events. Following acceptance, Interns will work with the TAP team to map out goals and expectations using the below points as a guide.

Interns are expected to:

Shadow reporters and editors to learn about the news gathering and reporting process
Conduct interviews, gather information from diverse sources, write and edit copy
Assist in reporting breaking news and, at the same time, work on a long-term investigative piece
Attend press conferences and events, write news briefs
Assist reporters and editors with research, fact-checking, and writing articles
Produce video and audio content and assist with all production tasks
Participate in the production of multimedia content, including videos and podcasts
Be connected to newsmakers, businesses, and NGOs that have interesting stories to share and may become sources for news

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate student in journalism, communications, international relations or related fields with excellent grades.
Able to work in-person in Armenia 30-40 hours/week for a minimum of 8-10 weeks.
Fluent in English with strong written and oral communications skills
Knowledge of Armenian or any of the other regional languages is not required, but cultural flexibility, adaptability and readiness to learn new norms is required

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

To apply, send the following documents to internships@armeniaproject.org

Two letters of recommendations from faculty or professional sources
Two news writing samples (with links, if possible)

Unofficial school transcript
Resume (max. 3 pages)
500-word essay describing motivation for applying, areas of interest, types of work you wish to engage in while in Armenia.