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Volontärin

female editorial trainee

noun vo-lon-TEHR-in Rare
Communication Media

Origin: from French volontaire

Also means

journalism intern (female)

Usage Note

Volontärin refers to a woman doing a Volontariat, the standard 18–24 month paid trainee programme at German newspapers or broadcasters; it is the recognised entry path into the profession.

Examples

"Die Volontärin schrieb ihren ersten Leitartikel für die Lokalzeitung."

Natural Translation

The trainee journalist wrote her first editorial for the local newspaper.

Literal Translation

The (female) trainee wrote her first leading article for the local newspaper.

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