2026 AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship

📖 About AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship

The AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship is a highly competitive program aimed at strengthening the connections between scientists and journalists. It places advanced undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate level scientists, engineers, and mathematicians at media organizations nationwide.

Key Details:

• Date Published: October 09, 2025
• Application Deadline: January 01, 2026
• Category: Fellowship
• Opportunity Location: United States

Program Overview:

Fellows work as journalists at media organizations such as National Public Radio, Los Angeles Times, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, and STAT. Using their academic training in the sciences, fellows research, write, and report today's headlines, honing their ability to communicate complex scientific issues to non-specialists. Participants leave the program equipped with tools and knowledge to effectively translate their work for the public.

🎁 Benefits of AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship

• Stipend: Fellows will receive $10,000 for the 10-week summer program.
• Travel Expenses: Covered for travel to and from AAAS and their placement sites.
• Hands-On Experience: Fellows will work with professional journalists at radio stations, TV channels, newspapers, and magazines.
• Skill Development: Participants will improve their ability to explain complex scientific topics to a general audience.
• Communication Skills: The program helps fellows strengthen their communication skills and bridge the gap between science and journalism.

✅ Fellowship Requirements

• Applicants must be enrolled as upper-level undergraduate or graduate students, be postdoctoral trainees, or apply within one year of completing their degree or postdoctoral training.
• Eligible fields include:
  • Life sciences
  • Physical sciences
  • Health sciences
  • Engineering
  • Computer sciences
  • Social sciences
  • Mathematics and relevant disciplines
• Students studying English, journalism, science journalism, or other non-technical communication fields are not eligible for the fellowship.
• Applicants must be US citizens or hold valid visas that allow them to receive paid work during the summer.
  • AAAS does not provide visa assistance.
  • International students currently studying in the US with appropriate work authorization are eligible to apply.
  • US citizens studying abroad may apply if they can fund their return to the US for the fellowship period.
• Selected fellows are required to:
  • Attend an orientation at AAAS headquarters in early June.
  • Participate in a wrap-up session in mid-August.
  • Submit progress reports throughout their placement, detailing their experiences and learning.

🗓 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: January 01, 2026
• To apply, visit the official AAAS Mass Media Fellowship Application Portal.
• Submit your application via the AAAS Mass Media Fellowship Application Website.

📩 Contact Information

For more details, visit the AAAS Mass Media Fellowship Program Page.

This fellowship is an excellent opportunity for scientists and engineers to gain hands-on experience in journalism while enhancing their communication skills. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• Fellows will receive a stipend of $10,000 for the 10-week summer program.
• Travel expenses to and from AAAS and their sites are covered.
• Fellows will gain hands-on experience working with professional journalists at radio stations, TV channels, newspapers and magazines.
• Participants will be able to use their scientific background to research, write and report news stories, improving their ability to explain complex scientific topics to a general audience.
• The program will help fellows strengthen their communication skills and bridge the gap between science and journalism.