Internship, Democracy & Me

Reports To:  Program Coordinator

Position Type: Internship, Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $15/hour, up to 10 hours per week

Internship Range: July 15, 2024 to December 20, 2024 (start/end dates are flexible)

Position Description

The goal of our Democracy & Me internship is to allow you to observe and work with a news station and join our education outreach team for community engagement initiatives with an emphasis on community voices underrepresented in public media: BIPOC, Latinx and non-Black POC, LGBTQIA+, and students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Scheduling is flexible, but all interns must commit to a minimum of 8 hours per week for at least eight weeks. Ideally, the candidate will be available to work two 4 to 5 hour shifts each week. 

Cincinnati Public Radio has been a trusted member of the Greater Cincinnati community for more than 60 years. Join a team that works to build trust and make a difference in the lives of listeners and non-listeners alike, to create a community that is informed, involved, and inspired.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with Democracy & Me projects.
• Host Democracy & Z podcast.
• Work with staff to contribute digital content for the web, newsletters, podcast, blogs, and social media.
• Assist with fundraising campaigns for 91.7 WVXU FM.
• Cultivate community partnerships.
• Interact with event guests while working at Democracy & Me events

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Display a passion for American history, politics, and media
• Pursuing a major or minor in communications, journalism, political science, or related fields
• Skilled, creative, and cutting-edge communicators in writing, speech, pictures, and sound
• Enthusiastic collaborator with an eye for detail
• Be able to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Fluent on various social media platforms

CPR is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.

Submit resume and cover letter at https://jobapply.page.link/RCoEW. Applications are accepted through May 27, 2024.