Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Bhutan
Thimphu
Overview
The Bhutan Media Foundation was established through a Royal Charter issued by His Majesty the King on 21st February, 2010, to foster the growth of a strong, responsible media capable of playing an important role in the social, economic and political growth of the nation. It is mandated to support the wholesome development of mass media so that it can carry out its roles and responsibilities in the interest of the democracy.
Details
Internships assignments vary in length according to the availability and academic requirements of the intern, as well as the needs of BMF. Internship assignments are available on a part-time and full-time basis throughout the year, depending on the availability of meaningful assignments and the needs and capacity of offices to receive and supervise interns.
Interns are considered gratis personnel. They are not staff members.
The purpose of BMF’s internship programme is to:
- Provide a framework by which students from diverse academic backgrounds may be assigned to BMF, where their educational experience can be enhanced through practical work assignments.
- Expose them to an real work life environment;expose them to work of the Organization with the objective of deepening their knowledge and understanding of BMF’s goals, principles and activities.
- Provide BMF with the assistance of qualified students specialized in various professional fields.
ABOUT US
The Foundation is mandated to foster and strengthen professionalism, support advocacy and policy, promote media development through training, scholarships, media literacy, and policy advocacy. It supports the sustainability and growth of newspapers and broadcast stations, journalists associations and press clubs.
Vision
Take effective action targeted at informed society by fostering the growth of free, independent, responsive and credible media that play a constructive role in the social, economic, and political life of the nation, thereby leading to a vibrant democracy.
Mission
Sustain democracy by developing the Bhutanese media through transformational initiatives that promote quality journalism, advance media innovation, engage communities and foster freedom of expression, information and press.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
