Masters vs Short Course
No matter what your peers, recruiters, or old-time hacks say, there is no one way to get into journalism. Journalism is a fast-changing industry, particularly in the digital age,...
How to make an impression (and a good one too!)
Most interns turn up on their first day completely new to the media industry. And that’s totally fine, and to be expected. It’s exhilarating and nerve-wracking in equal measure. Although…
Host profile: Hal Hodson
Hal Hodson is The Economist’s special projects writer, based in London. He started volunteering with PressPad in 2018. Learn more about his experience below:
PAY AND EXPENSES: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
Brits are known for having funny attitudes towards discussing money. Don’t let that put you off raising the issue, however. It’s important to know what you’re legally or...
How to fund your PressPad stay
The whole point of our hosting-mentoring programme is to lower the barriers of entry to journalism that shut so many diverse voices out of the media.
Getting that golden byline or credit
Sharing the same building or Slack network as a bunch of editors provides a golden opportunity to get your first byline or credit. Editors are busy people – it’s often much easier to get their attention as an intern...
Intern profile: Lourdes Akello Walusala
Lourde attended the 23rd Congress of the Worldwide Association of Women Journalists and Writers in 2018 and used PressPad's services to find accomodation. Learn more about her...
Intern profile: Dora Pongracz
Dora found an intership at The Sun as a Fashion assistant and needed PressPad's services to find accomodation.
Intern profile: Dan Clark
Dan found an intership at BBC News Labs and needed PressPad's services to find accomodation.
Host profile: Alice Fordham
Alice Fordham is an audio journalist and former international correspondent. She started volunteering with PressPad in 2019. Learn more about her experience below:
