Communications & Radio Production Intern
Communications & Radio Production Intern
Location: Hybrid – On-site at the station (Mon, Wed & Fri), occasional remote tasks
Compensation: Unpaid (Academic credit eligible)
Start Date: Mid-January thru late May
Duration: Spring Semester
About the Opportunity
This internship offers hands-on experience inside an active Caribbean-focused radio station with opportunities to support live broadcasts, show production, field remotes, and digital media creation. Interns will work directly with on-air talent, producers, and the station’s community-facing programming. This role is ideal for students studying communications, journalism, media studies, broadcasting, digital marketing, or anyone seeking real-world experience in a professional media environment.
Key Responsibilities
Radio Production Support
- Assist with live in-studio recording sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
- Operate or shadow basic studio equipment (mics, soundboard support, monitoring audio levels).
- Support live remote broadcasts, including setup, breakdown, and assisting the on-site host team.
- Capture behind-the-scenes footage for social media during approved segments.
Audio & Video Editing
- Edit short-form audio and video clips from weekly radio segments.
- Prepare clips for social channels (Reels, TikTok, Shorts, FB).
- Edit interview segments and on-air moments for station archives.
- Organize, label, and maintain clean asset libraries for both the station and host content.
Digital Media & Social Content
- Assist with posting schedules, reels, and show highlights across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
- Draft captions, timestamps, and short promotional descriptions for segments.
- Support analytics tracking (views, engagement, growth trends).
- Contribute ideas for fresh content angles that reflect Caribbean culture and music.
Research & Editorial Tasks
- Conduct background research for weekly topics, artists, and cultural discussions.
- Help compile fact sheets, mini-scripts, and talking points for the hosts.
- Assist in collecting community stories, event details, and updates relevant to the Caribbean diaspora.
Sponsor & Community Support
- Help organize sponsor contact sheets and outreach documentation.
- Assist with coordinating community events, cultural activations, and promotional street teams.
- Support preparation for station partnership packages and presentations.
What Interns Will Learn
- Fundamentals of radio production and on-air operations
- Intro-level editing skills using industry tools
- Content packaging for multi-platform distribution
- How to support live remotes and public-facing broadcasts
- Caribbean media landscape insights and cultural context
- Professional workflow in a real communications environment
- Working under deadlines and supporting fast-moving productions
- Mentorship from radio professionals including Jeanniel Chin, Lisa Barnes, Monique Williams.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in a college/university program (or recent graduate seeking experience).
- Strong interest in radio, podcasting, media, or communications.
- Ability to attend on-site shifts Wednesdays and Fridays.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Basic familiarity with editing software (Premiere, CapCut, Audition, or similar) is helpful but not required.
- Positive attitude, professionalism, and willingness to learn.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a brief statement (~3–4 sentences) describing why you’re interested in working in radio/media and what you hope to learn from this internship.