This internship grant awards $1,500 each to up to two college juniors, seniors or graduate students who have secured an internship at a news outlet. Students from the Pacific Northwest or who attend a Northwest college or university are especially encouraged to apply, though a Northwest connection alone does not determine who receives a grant. Applicants who will be interning at small to medium sized outlets will receive priority. 

Eligibility and Rules

• Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited community college, junior college, college or university
• Must have secured a summer internship before applying for the internship grant. The stipend must be used for living expenses and/or transportation during your internship and may not be used for any college expenses. Grantees will be required to sign an agreement acknowledging this.
• Must have a serious interest in pursuing journalism as a career
• Must be an active AAJA member  

Application Requirements

• Resume
• One letter of recommendation
• A letter verifying your summer internship
• A brief statement describing any financial need
• In 500 words or less, state what kind of experience do you expect as an intern, describe your career goals and why AAJA's mission is important to you.

DEADLINE:

The application deadline is 11:59PM PT on April 30, 2026. Questions? Email support@aaja.org.

This internship grant awards $1,000 to a student broadcaster who has secured an internship at a news outlet, or journalists interested in or working in local TV news. 

Eligibility:

• Must be a full-time college student or have graduated within the last year
• Must secure a summer internship, verified by March 31, 2026
• The stipend must be used for living expenses and/or transportation during your internship
• Must be an active AAJA member

Application Requirements:

• Resume
• One letter of recommendation
• A letter verifying your summer internship before March 31, 2026
• A brief statement describing any financial need
• In 500 words or less, state why you want to pursue a career in broadcast journalism, what you hope to gain from your internship experience, and why AAJA’s mission is important to you.

Deadline: The application deadline is 11:59 PT on January 21. 2026. Questions? Email support@aaja.org.

Dinah Eng Leadership Fellowship Grant

This grant awards funds to current AAJA members in pursuit of professional development. Applicants must be currently enrolled or accepted into a professional development program. 

Candidates must commit to submitting a post for the AAJA website at the end of their training experience that highlights how the fellowship advanced them along their career path.

Eligibility

• Must have an active AAJA membership
• Must demonstrate leadership potential, or currently hold a management position
• Must have a serious interest in continuing pursuing journalism as a career

Application Requirements

• Resume
• One letter of recommendation
• A letter verifying your acceptance into a professional development program
• A brief statement describing any financial need
• In 500 words or less, state your career goals and why AAJA's mission is important to you.

DEADLINE: The application is open throughout the year, and awarded to multiple recipients up to twice a year. 

Deadline has passed to be considered for funds towards AAJA ELP 2026. 

Questions? Email support@aaja.org.