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Journalism Fellowships
In this important year for Europe, here is your chance to become one of the finest reporters and start a career at two of the most globally famous news organizations---The Economist & Financial Times. Below are the details.
◆What do the prizes involve and who has the right qualifications?
Two awards are on offer: one, for a British applicant, will consist of a three-month fellowship(职员身份)in continental Europe at The Economist; the other, for an applicant from elsewhere in the European Union. will be in London at the Financial Times also lasting three months. Both winners will also receive £ 6 000 to cover accommodation and travel. The fellowships are open only to European Union citizens.
◆Who are the fellowships suited for?
The fellowships are established specially for those ambitious early-career journalists with bold ideas and a lively writing style, each capable of adapting to the excitement and pressures of a modern newsroom. The fellow should have a particular interest and curiosity about European affairs, as the prize aims to help continental writers understand Britain and British writers understand Europe.
◆What is this year's subject?
What is Europe's greatest weakness? Please choose the country, institution, or issue that is of greatest concern.
◆How to apply?
Please send a submission(提交)on the subject above, together with a CV(简历)and covering letter. The submission can be:
＊an unpublished written article, blog post or data-rich essay of max 850 words
＊an unpublished 2-minute video
Entries should be sent, by the closing date of May 16th 2018, by e-mail to ncprize @ft. com. Successful applicants will be informed by the end of July 2018.
1. Why is the British winner to be posted at The Economist?
A. For him or her to tour more places
B. For him or her to know Europe better
C. To help him or her understand economics
D. For him or her to become a European Union citizen
2. Who are the fellowships intended for?
A. College students
B. Amateur writers
C. New journalists
D. European politicians
3. Which of the following can be accepted as a proper submission?
A. A published blog post
B. An unpublished 800-word essay
C. An unpublished photo
D. A 3-minute video
