NEPM News Intern - Spring

NEPM enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

NEPM is a multi-media organization producing and broadcasting radio, TV and digital content to western Massachusetts from our studios in Springfield. Our public radio services offer a mix of NPR news, classical and jazz.

JOB OVERVIEW

Students will work alongside NEPM's experienced news team, learn the basics and produce stories to air on the radio and appear on NEPM's website and social channels. This position does not have a remote option; it is based at NEPM's office in downtown Springfield.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports to News Department Executive Editor

Work independently and with other reporters to cover daily and enterprise stories in western Massachusetts.

Schedule and perform interviews in the studio, by telephone and in the field.

Report, voice and mix audio stories. Draft digital stories. Create social posts for their own or for other reporters' stories.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Interested in journalism and public affairs

Familiarity with news writing required

Familiarity with digital audio production preferred

Knowledge of Canva and Adobe Suite preferred

Ability to work under deadline

Access to a car and ability to drive is preferred but not required

Collaborative approach and nature

Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in work and presentation

Willingness to learn

Punctual

JOB-STATUS

Paid Internship $17/hour (Part-time). 8 hours per week (all in one full day).

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Dates: January 26th to April 17th.

Candidates must have their own computer and access to Wifi.

Candidates must be in an Undergrad or Grad program and have work authorization for the United States.

LOCATION

Hybrid - 44 Hampden Street, Springfield, MA 01103

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NEPM is an equal opportunity employer. The community and audience we serve are diverse, and we wish to foster that diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, NEPM does not discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment, or promotion based on race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Process Assistance

NEPM will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate an accommodation request, contact the Human Resource department by sending an email to or by calling .