U.S. investigative journalists interested in government oversight can apply for a fellowship in Washington, D.C.

The full-time fellowship, sponsored by the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse at Syracuse University, gives a journalist the opportunity to conduct research using a range of methods.

The fellow will write and edit reports, aid in the design of web-based data tools, assist with proposals for new investigative projects and help with other FOIA-related projects.

Applicants must have a master’s degree in journalism or equivalent news reporting experience. The fellow will receive US$37,150 and benefits for the nine-month fellowship. The program begins in August or September 2011 and ends May or June 2012.

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