Love writing, storytelling, or reporting what’s happening around you?
Applications are now open for YOCee’s Student Reporter Programme 2026–27!
Who can apply?
Students of Classes 6 to 12 studying in Chennai and Bangalore.
What do student reporters do?
- Report news and events from school and neighbourhoods
- Interview interesting people
- Get articles published on YOCee with your own byline
- Learn basic news reporting, writing, communication and interviewing skills
How does the programme work?
Selected student reporters will receive assignments, guidance and feedback from the YOCee team throughout the year. Reporters are expected to submit at least 2 reports every month and can also take part in occasional meet-ups and sessions with journalists.
Why join?
Now in its 20th year, YOCee’s Student Reporter Programme gives students real journalism experience and helps build confidence, communication and creative thinking skills.
Programme details
- Duration: June 2026 – May 2027
- Limited seats: Only 25 student reporters will be selected
- Certificate on successful completion
- Participation is completely FREE
How to apply
Submit the following through the form – : https://forms.gle/EnLYLENizxtGUFBQ6
- A 150-word news report based on something you observed in your area
- 5 lines on why you want to join
- Your class, school, address, parent’s name & phone number
- Parent consent declaration
Last date to apply: June 10, 2026
When YOCee’s student reporters get busy, the team at YOCee’s small office takes up the role of the reporters, does the rounds, writes copies and files reports. The team also posts useful info and ePapers produced in-house.