WVIA Part-Time Intern: Radio, TV, Digital and General

They are looking for dynamic, energetic interns for 2022 who are eager to learn about WVIA by assisting various departments, including our creative and content teams. This is a part-time role. You will be working closely with the team to fulfill various administrative and operational duties, in support of our mission and operational goals.

The Intern program is an excellent opportunity for interested students to participate in experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting.

Interns will have the opportunity to observe the workplace and gain industry knowledge, while also performing job-specific tasks to assist with overall operations.

To be successful as an Intern, you should be willing to help with any tasks assigned by a supervisor. You will be involved in upcoming projects, as well as assisting with current campaigns. You will provide assistance as needed in all components of our productions, including sound, lighting, camera, editing, postproduction and social media campaigns.

Slots are extremely limited and fill up quickly, so applicants are encouraged to apply early.

The time commitment for our interns is between 8 to 12 hours per week for a 10-week time frame during the semester. All work is supervised by a WVIA employee and interns are paid a minimum hourly rate. The deadline to apply for our summer internships is May 31st.

Intern Requirements:

• A final year student or recent college graduate.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States

• Eager to learn and work with various departments at WVIA

• Have a belief in the WVIA mission

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Ability to multitask

• Ability to work flexible hours to meet production needs, with the requirement to sometimes work evening hours.

• Self-directed with the ability to handle multiple projects

• Minimum GPA of 3.0

• Interest in communications, broadcasting, or radio production

• Must be able to pass a standard drug screen and criminal background check and comply with internal vaccine requirements

If interested, please do the following:

1. Apply online. Applications sent via regular mail will not be accepted.

2. Submit a copy of your current resume, along with a cover letter expressing why you are interested in this opportunity.

3. Submit one letter of recommendation from a professor or school administrator, highlighting why you would be a good fit for our team.

Applications without these items will not be accepted. Applications will be reviewed carefully by our internal team. Due to the large volume of applications we receive, only qualified applicants will be contacted directly. No phone calls please. EEO employer.