Pakistani students pursuing undergraduate studies in the United States now have a unique opportunity to participate in the Bloomberg Fellowship 2026 at Bloomberg Headquarters in New York City. This fully funded, five-day fellowship runs from May 18 to 22, 2026, and is designed for students eager to explore business journalism, financial markets, and economic reporting.
The Bloomberg Fellowship provides participants with a hands-on learning experience in reporting on companies, commodity markets, government, labor, and the intersection of wealth and power. Through collaboration with Bloomberg News and the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media, students will gain insights into the fundamentals of business journalism, one of the fastest-growing and in-demand fields in media today.
Financial Benefits:
The fellowship is fully funded, covering all costs including:
- Round-trip travel to New York City
- Lodging during the fellowship
- Meals for all five days
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to international students, including Pakistani nationals studying full-time in the U.S.
- Designed for rising juniors and seniors (third- and fourth-year undergraduates)
- Students with a strong interest in journalism, especially those not currently studying business journalism, are encouraged
- Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are highly valued
Required Documents:
Applicants must submit:
- Resume
- Unofficial transcript
- Personal essay
- Contact details for one faculty reference
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Program Outcomes:
- Develop a deeper understanding of markets, finance, and economic reporting
- Gain practical skills in writing and reporting from Bloomberg journalists
- Learn the role of diverse representation in journalism
- Prepare for potential careers in business, financial, and economic journalism
Application Deadline:
All applications must be submitted online by February 28, 2026, via the official Bloomberg Journalism Program portal: https://hussman.unc.edu/bloomberg-journalism-program
For Pakistani students aspiring to global journalism careers, the Bloomberg Fellowship 2026 offers an unmatched platform to learn, network, and gain international exposure in one of the world’s media capitals.
