The Paris-Frankfurt Fellowship: Connecting young French and German booksellers and publishers

The next edition of the Paris-Frankfurt Fellowship will take place in autumn 2021.

The selected participants for the 2020 programme will - if the pandemic conditions allow it - take part in the physical programme in 2021. There are still a few places available for new applicants! Please apply for the programme by 30 April 2021.

More than 600 young professionals of the publishimng industry already took part in the fellowship programme: Selected young booksellers and publishing staff complete an intensive two-week training programme between France and Germany. New professional, language and intercultural skills are acquired through practical seminars and study trips to both countries.

FAQ

What are the requirements?

Age limit: 35 years
Concluded apprenticeship or university degree
Availability over the entire programme duration (22 May until 5 June 2020)
Resident in Germany, France or Switzerland
It is the participants' responsibility to insure themselves sufficiently during the programme.

Which application documents have to be submitted?

CV
Letter of recommendation by a direct supervisor

How can I submit my application?

Please apply via the online application form, which can be found on the German-language version of this page during the application phase.

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When is the application deadline?

The deadline of the application phase for the Paris-Frankfurt Fellowship 2021 is 30 April 2021.

What to expect from the Paris-Frankfurt Fellowship

Intense two-week training programme
Preparatory seminars focusing on linguistic, intercultural and professional know-how
Study trips to Germany and France
Networking with publishers, booksellers and multipliers from both countries

Funding

The costs for the Paris-Frankfurt Fellowship (preparatory course, accommodation, food and travel) are covered by the Franco-German Youth Office (DFJW) in cooperation with programme partners Frankfurter Buchmesse, the society for promoting French literature abroad (BIEF) and Pro Helvetia. During study trips, participants receive a scholarship worth 450 € from the DFJW.

Target group

The Paris-Frankfurt Fellowship is aimed at young professional booksellers and publishing employees from Germany, France and Switzerland with a strong interest in the book market of the neighbouring country. Prerequisites are a completed a completed degree or training programme and knowledge of French. The age limit for programme participation is 30 years.

"As a young bookseller, the Paris-Frankfurt Fellowship was a very meaningful experience for me! It gave me a lot: an overview of the industry, in which I am only involved at the end, many different contacts and new ideas for my professional practice. It was a great chance to meet so many enthusiasts in so little time. Everything is perfectly organized, you just have to get involved in this rich and intense adventure!"

Léa Griebel

Paris-Frankfurt Fellow 2019

"Great atmosphere and great programme, in short: a great asset! Even and especially if you already know the book industry from one of its sides (publishing house, book trade ...), the fellowship offers an eye for the bigger picture and the opportunity for an exchange that is often not available in everyday work."

Felix Lang

Paris-Frankfurt Fellow 2019

"The Paris-Frankfurt Fellowship was an incredibly educational and inspiring experience. It enabled us to network personally with other young people from the book industry and to expand our knowledge of the industry. The organization of the programme was excellent and the content was very varied. It was astonishing to see, to discuss, to question and to appreciate the differences between Germany, France and Switzerland."

Laura Simon

Paris-Frankfurt Fellow 2019