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The i Paper Apprentice Talent Scheme

The i Paper · THE PRESS ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Location
London
Postcode
W8 5HY
Salary
£28,000 a year
Duration
2 Years
Hours per week
40h
Positions available
2
Level
Level 5 – Higher
Qualification
Junior journalist (level 5)
Start date
15 February 2027
Application deadline
7 December 2026
Posted
21 October 2026
Vacancy reference
2000060279
Disability Confident
✓ Yes

About the role

Work alongside experienced journalists in The i Paper newsroom, researching and writing stories, interviewing sources and creating content for digital audiences while building a portfolio of published work.

 

Requirements

Not specified in description

Working week

40 hours a week.

Skills

ShorthandMedia ethicsCourt reportingPortfolio of published workNews writing

Training & development

https://pressassociation.com/academy/all-our-courses/apprenticeship-training-media-industry/journalism-apprenticeship-level-five-journalist

Future prospects

Permanent full-time position with The i Paper following completion of the apprenticeship.

Things to consider

Candidates must have A-levels and/or a BTEC Level 3 as a qualification requirement.   

About The i Paper

The i Paper is the UK’s youngest national newspaper and has the fastest growing readership of any UK newsbrand. We offer impartial news and intelligent debate.

Website
inews.co.uk/
Contact email
apprentices@theipaper.com
If this one works out

This role is in London. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £900–£1,400 a month.

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