Broadcast Engineering Intern: Hands-On RF & HD Radio

Minnesota Public Radio; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (ACA)

APMG retirement plan

Sick time off

Job summary

Minnesota Public Radio invites applications for a broadcast engineering internship in St. Paul, MN. This hands-on program covers RF systems, HD Radio, and streaming platforms, offering exposure to live broadcast paths and audience-reaching technology.

Interns will learn through hands-on tasks, mentorship, and formal onboarding, gaining experience with studio operations, transmitters, automation systems, and professional development opportunities within public media.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college or university, or recently graduated within 18 months.
• Available full-time (40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.) for the internship.
• Basic understanding of audio, video, and RF signal flow.
• Familiarity with broadcast equipment such as mixers, cameras, microphones, and transmitters.
• Foundational knowledge of computer networking (IP addressing, switches, routers).
• Ability to work with engineers, producers, and on-air talent.

Responsibilities

• Assist broadcast engineers with daily operation, monitoring, and maintenance of studio and transmitter systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic technical issues under supervision of senior staff.
• Participate in preventive maintenance tasks, including inspection, cleaning, and documentation of equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering staff, producers, and on-air personnel to ensure smooth technical operations.
• Learn broadcast automation and news production system administration.
• Perform related technical support tasks with emphasis on hands-on learning and professional development.

Skills

Campus enrollment

Full-time availability

Audio/video/RF knowledge

Broadcast equipment familiarity

Networking basics (IP, switches, Rou"

Tools

Broadcast equipment (mixers, routers, transmitters)

Job description

Minnesota Public Radio invites applications for a broadcast engineering internship in St. Paul, MN. This hands-on program covers RF systems, HD Radio, and streaming platforms, offering exposure to live broadcast paths and audience-reaching technology.

Interns will learn through hands-on tasks, mentorship, and formal onboarding, gaining experience with studio operations, transmitters, automation systems, and professional development opportunities within public media.