BBC Kick Off Trainee Sports Reporter. You will receive full training, a mentor from the BBC, and a 2 days a week minimum, 8 week placement during the summer working alongside a BBC Local Radio and online sports team. You do not need to have any prior journalism experience or training to apply for this scheme. A successful reporter will have a proven passion for sport and a willingness to further their career in sport journalism. You will need to be aged 18 or over.