Professional Mentorship for Emerging Journalists (PMEJ) Program

The PMEJ Program connects student journalists with experienced senior journalists for practical mentorship, publishing experience, and guidance on producing stories that matter.

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Program Overview

A program for emerging journalists ready to learn, mentor, and publish. The PMEJ Program is designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and newsroom practice by pairing developing writers with experienced journalists who can support reporting, editing, story development, and professional confidence.

What Participants Gain

Practical newsroom experience

Build reporting, interviewing, pitching, and editing skills through hands-on journalism work.

Mentorship from senior journalists

Receive feedback and guidance from experienced journalists who understand the craft.

Published stories that matter

Develop stronger story ideas and contribute meaningful journalism to a student voice platform.

Honorarium upon completion

Participants may receive an honorarium when program requirements are successfully completed.

Who Should Apply

Students and emerging writers interested in journalism, storytelling, or media.
Contributors who want support turning ideas into publishable articles.
Writers looking for mentorship, editorial feedback, and professional development.
Applicants ready to learn, collaborate, meet deadlines, and engage with community stories.

How the Program Works

ApplyComplete the online application form and tell The Carillon about your interests, goals, and availability.
ConnectSelected participants are matched with mentorship and editorial support.
DevelopPitch, report, write, revise, and strengthen stories with feedback throughout the process.
PublishComplete the program with stronger journalism skills, practical experience, and published work.

The goal: help student journalists bridge the gap into professional mentorship by learning directly from experienced journalists while producing community-focused work.