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Sky News Work Experience

Step into the newsroom. Sky News Work Experience gives you the chance to see what it’s like behind the scenes at one of the UK’s leading multimedia news organisations. Develop new skills, grow your confidence and make your mark where stories that matter come to life.

At Sky is where better begins

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About the programme

Are you 18 and over? Interested in a career in journalism? This one-week work experience opportunity offers hands-on insight into the fast-paced world of Sky News.

What you'll do

Where you'll work

Who's it for

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Important dates

  • Application timeline

    Placements run from January to July 2026, lasting one week each. Applications are open now but spaces are limited, and things move fast at Sky News. Apply early to avoid missing out.

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Need help?

If you’ve got a question about the Sky News Work Experience programme, our team’s here to help – just drop us an email.

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