Tech Policy Press Remote Fellowship Program 2026 (USD $10,000 Stipend)

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Applications are open for Tech Policy Press Remote Fellowship Program 2026. Tech Policy Press is now accepting applications for its 2026 Fellowship Program, a year-long, part-time opportunity designed to support independent reporting and analysis at the intersection of technology and democracy.

Since its inception in 2023, the fellowship has supported 15 fellows from seven countries, enabling them to explore pressing topics including AI governance, digital rights, tech regulation, and corporate-state power dynamics.

For the upcoming 2026 cohort, Tech Policy Press aims to support journalists, researchers, lawyers, and public policy professionals to produce public-interest work that informs both the general public and policymakers on critical issues surrounding technology.

Scope and Focus

The fellowship supports in-depth, independent projects that examine the impact of technology on democracy, society, and public interest. Projects may range from investigative reporting and feature writing to policy analysis or academic-style commentary.

Tech Policy Press is especially interested in proposals that:

Focus on underreported issues
Center voices and perspectives from marginalized or underrepresented communities
Address global or non-Western tech policy concerns
Offer original insights or critical frameworks for understanding power in the digital age

Tech Policy Press Remote Fellowship Structure

Duration: January 2026 – December 2026
Work Arrangement: Remote, part-time, as independent contractors
Stipend: USD $10,000, disbursed quarterly
Support Provided:
- Editorial guidance and feedback
- Monthly cohort meetings
- Peer collaboration and networking
- Access to an international community of fellows

Fellow Expectations

Fellows are expected to:

Produce at least one substantial piece of reporting or analysis monthly
Attend monthly cohort meetings and editorial check-ins
Collaborate with other fellows and Tech Policy Press editorial staff
Meet all publishing deadlines and editorial standards
Disclose any conflicts of interest

Eligibility Criteria for Tech Policy Press Remote Fellowship

This opportunity is ideal for:

Journalists, including freelancers and reporters at independent outlets
Researchers and academics with a focus on technology and policy
Public policy professionals, lawyers, and advocates working in areas related to digital governance, rights, or ethics

Applicants should demonstrate:

A strong interest or background in tech policy, media, digital rights, or democratic institutions
A commitment to producing high-quality, original public-interest work
The ability to work independently and manage long-term projects

Tech Policy Press Remote Fellowship Benefits

The opportunity and support to work on a pressing, underreported issue for a year
Develop a significant body of work by the end of the fellowship
Access to an international cohort of past and current fellows
Engage in learning opportunities provided by Tech Policy Press
Develop and maintain a network of sources in your focus area