Applications are open for the Pulitzer Center’s Ocean Reporting Network Fellowship 2027, a full-time, year-long opportunity for experienced professional journalists to develop ambitious investigative or in-depth ocean reporting.
Up to eight fellowships are available. Selected fellows receive a monthly salary and additional reporting expenses while working on a sustained ocean investigation rather than a one-off article.
The opportunity is open to experienced environmental journalists working across digital, print, radio and video journalism, including staff reporters and freelancers. Cross-border collaborations and well-developed story ideas are encouraged. Applicants need the backing of a newsroom and dedicated editor; freelancers should secure editorial support before applying.
Application deadline: 13 September 2026, 11:59 p.m. EDT.
Shortlisted interviews: October 2026.
Expected fellowship start: January 2027.
The organiser advises applicants to articulate their own reporting ideas and editorial judgment, rather than submitting generic AI-generated proposals.
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How to apply
Prepare a detailed and original year-long ocean-investigation proposal, evidence of relevant environmental reporting experience, and confirmation of newsroom/editorial backing. Apply through the official Pulitzer Center Submittable application page before 11:59 p.m. EDT on 13 September 2026. Review all application questions and submission-language guidance on the official page.
Disclaimer: Media Hole is not affiliated with the organisation or institution mentioned in this post. This opportunity is shared for information purposes only. Applicants should verify all details through the official notification or website.