NPR All Things Considered Summer 2024 Intern

OVERVIEW

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From day one, interns at NPR are given real-world, hands-on responsibilities. Working alongside top professionals in the field, interns do meaningful work across a variety of departments at NPR. 

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INTRO TO POSITION

All Things Considered is NPR’s flagship afternoon news program. We bring listeners the latest national and international news, distinctive reporting, in-depth interviews, timely commentaries, quirky stories and a broad range of arts, music, and entertainment features.

Interns are actively involved in the production of the daily program. They pitch stories, conduct research, pre-interview guests, and book studios at NPR and remote locations. They work alongside program staff and assist with the live program.

We’re looking for an intern that is highly motivated, passionate about news, excited to share their ideas, and ready to work independently and as part of a team. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts research for daily stories and long-term projects
• Books guests and arranges studios for news and feature interviews
• Logs recordings of interviews and events
• Obtains archival tape and assists with basic audio
• Attends daily editorial meeting and pitches story ideas
• Helps with digital production

The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be assigned, and this job description can be modified at any time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated interest in news and current affairs
• Deep curiosity, initiative, tenacity and attention to detail
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently and accurately under deadline pressure

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Newsroom experience/studies
• Digital media skills, including proficiency in social media
• Knowledge of NPR programming

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Must be a current student at Colorado College  with a minimum of one semester remaining before degree completion. 

WORK LOCATION

Hybrid Permitted: This is a hybrid permitted role. Some aspects of this role include duties that are better performed at an NPR facility. The employee will be required to be onsite at the Washington, DC  office at no less than one day per week. The employee must also reside in an NPR supported location based on the number of onsite days they choose.

JOB TYPE

This is a full time, internship position.

COMPENSATION

Hourly Rate: The U.S. based anticipated hourly rate for this opportunity is $18.50 per hour. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum hourly rate NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.

Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you. 

All applications must include a resume and cover letter to be considered. All interns must have authorization to work in the United States. 

CLOSING COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

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