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2027 Tech Policy Press Fellowship Program

To support a new cohort of fellows to pursue independent reporting and analysis that explore urgent questions at the intersection of technology and democracy.

2027 Tech Policy Press Fellowship Program

Tech Policy Press is now accepting applications for its 2027 fellowship cohort.

Since its launch in 2023, the fellowship program has supported 25 fellows from 11 countries across three cohorts, who have written on pressing topics such as the governance of artificial intelligence, tech regulation, digital rights, and the entanglement of state and corporate power. You can learn more about past fellowship cohorts and read their work here.

Overview

For 2027, we intend to support a new cohort of fellows to pursue independent reporting and analysis that explore urgent questions at the intersection of technology and democracy. The year-long, part-time fellowship is designed to support mid-career journalists, researchers, and public policy professionals. We welcome a wide range of contributions, from original reporting to policy analysis.

Applicants should come prepared with a clear area of focus and a sense of how their work will contribute to informing both the public and decision-makers. We are particularly interested in projects that center communities and regions often excluded from global tech policy conversations.

Each fellow will receive a $10,000 stipend to support their work. In addition, fellows will join an international cohort for regular feedback and exchange of ideas, receive ongoing editorial guidance, and participate in monthly sessions designed to support and strengthen their work.

Fellowship expectations

Applicants should have a strong background or expertise in a specific tech policy area or issue, a particular geography, or, more generally, technology and its impact on democracy or society. All fellows will work remotely as independent contractors.

All fellows will be expected to:

Contribute (on at least a monthly basis) analysis or reporting on issues related to technology and democracy. (While topics can change after the fellowship commences, each fellow should clearly articulate a topic and why they are a good fit to cover it)
Attend a mandatory hour-long monthly cohort meeting
Attend a monthly check-in meeting with Tech Policy Press’s editorial team to evaluate progress and discuss next steps
Collaborate with other fellows and the Tech Policy Press masthead as appropriate
Meet all agreed-upon deadlines for outputs
Disclose any potential conflicts of interest

How to apply

If you would like to apply for the fellowship, complete this form by 11:59 p.m. EDT on September 24th, 2026. Required documents include:

A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
Cover letter (no more than two pages) that conveys what you hope to accomplish
Links to prior publications
Two professional references

Information Sessions

We will host two information sessions for potential applicants via ZOOM. Registration is required. Choose from one of two dates:

September 9th, 8 am EDT - Register here
September 16th, 7 pm EDT - Register here