Position Information :
- Start Date : June 6 - August 29, 2025
- Hours : 40 hours per week (9 : 00 - 5 : 00pm central)
- Location : St. Paul, MN (Hybrid)
- Compensation : $20.00 / hour
- Application deadline : Application will be open until filled.
Intern, Radio Reporter :
As a reporting intern, you will be an important part of MPR News. You will help our regional newsroom identify how to deliver journalism to a younger audience in different ways, using audio, as well other formats. This will help us grow new audiences, which is a key strategic goal for the company.
Key Learning Goals :
Learn how to rapidly respond to news and develop brief radio stories on a tight timeline.Work directly with editors on at least one longer-term project and in collaboration with the digital production staff.Work alongside reporters and editors to enhance this intern's overall journalism prowess.Write clear, concise radio and print copyLearn all aspects of broadcast reporting and productionResponsibilities :
Research, report and write news stories as assignedConduct interviews using radio recording equipment that we provide, and by phone or ZoomEdit audio, record narration, mix stories ranging from 1 to 4 minutes in lengthLearn to pitch stories that fit, but also may stretch, MPR News' formatsWrite stories for MPRNews.orgCommitment to learn and enact best journalism practicesWork a regular weekend day shift, either Saturday or Sunday, and some evenings as assignedBenefits :
Eligible to accrue sick time offEligible for health insurance as required under the ACAEligible to participate in the APMG retirement plan100% paid onsite parking or public transportationProgramming :
Participate in robust on-boarding experienceProfessional development : on-the-job training, intercultural development assessment, formal performance review feedback sessions, etc.Participate in brown bag sessions to gain broader perspective of the organizationRequired Qualifications :
Students who are currently enrolled and have completed one year of a 2-year or 4-year undergraduate program, are enrolled in a graduate program, or have earned a degree in the last 12 monthsWilling to work a regular weekend day shift, either Saturday or Sunday, and some evenings as assignedCoursework must demonstrate an emphasis in writing or communicationsPrevious experience or coursework in news writingAwareness of current eventsKnowledge of basic journalistic principlesKnowledge of audio editing platforms such as Audacity or AuditionPreferred Qualifications :
Reliable news judgmentAbility to follow directions and work under tight deadlinesSelf-motivated, resourceful, curious, creative and detail orientedRadio or podcast productionExperience writing for a daily or weekly media organization, including a school broadcast outlet or newspaperNext Step in the Application :
In addition to your skills and knowledge, we want to get to know you in the application process. Please include a cover letter (of no more than 1 page) with answers to the following :
What interests you about this internship?What professional skills would you like to add to your toolbox in the months and years to come to grow in your career field?Physical Demands and Working Conditions :
Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodationPhysical Demands :Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
Required to move about in the communityFrequent use of hands for data entry / keystrokes and simple graspingWorking Conditions :Moderate noise level
Occasional exposure to prevalent weather conditionsDiversity creates a healthier atmosphere : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply.
MacMillan Internship & Fellowship Program at MPR|APM
Minnesota Public Radio | American Public Media are grateful for the long-time, generous philanthropy of Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan for investing in the future of public media through transformational internships and fellowships. Their recent grant will significantly strengthen our internship program, produce enriching programming, and prepare the next generation for careers in public media. We are pleased to recognize this generous support in the name of the program - the MacMillan Internship & Fellowship Program at MPR|APM.
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