International Olympic Committee Young Reporters Program 2026

📖 About the Programme

The IOC Young Reporters Programme is a long-standing initiative by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) aimed at developing the next generation of sports journalists.

• First introduced at the inaugural Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Singapore in 2010, the programme has been a successful feature of each YOG edition since then.
• The programme is run by IOC Media Operations.

📅 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: October 01, 2025
• Application Deadline: November 30, 2025
• Category: Fully Funded
• Opportunity Location: Senegal

🎁 Benefits

Participants of the programme will receive the following benefits:

• Economy airfare, all meals, twin-share accommodation, and full tuition from experienced mentors and coaches covered by the IOC.
• Uniforms provided by the IOC.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the programme, you must meet the following requirements:

• Age: Between 21 and 25 years old at the time of the programme (born between 2001 and 2005).
• Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in English.
• Background: Must be a student or young professional in journalism or photography.

📝 Application Process

Applicants are required to complete the following steps on the online portal:

1. Submit a CV (Resume).
2. Write a Motivation Letter (1 page, font size 12, double-spaced).
3. Provide a Copy of Passport.
4. Submit a Certificate of Enrollment (only applicable for students).
5. Provide Two Reference Letters with contact details (professional references only).
6. Submit a Portfolio.
7. Provide Proof of Published Work (if applicable).
8. Upload a Photo of Applicant (must be a solo photo, not a group photo).

📌 Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the programme is November 30, 2025.

🌐 Application Portal

For more details about the programme, visit the International Olympic Committee Young Reporters Programme.

To apply, complete the application form on the official portal.

Make sure to submit all required documents before the deadline to secure your chance to participate in this prestigious programme! 🌍

• The IOC will cover the cost of economy airfares, all meals, twin-share accommodation and full tuition from experienced mentors and coaches.
• Participants will also receive uniform from the IOC.