Hybrid Forum Intern — Live Radio & Production

KQED Inc.; Francisco (IN); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

KQED Inc. in California is offering a paid internship to work 16 hours/week from Jan 19, 2027 to Jun 25, 2027, with an hourly rate of $19.61. Interns will help put together a live, fast-paced show, including research, interviews, social posts and production support, while learning newsroom workflow.

Hybrid work between KQED's headquarters and remote work, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in radio show production and journalism.

Qualifications

• Solid writing and communication skills.
• Reliability and professional demeanor.
• Some prior journalism experience is desired but not required.
• Familiarity with Bay Area, California, national and international current events.

Responsibilities

• Research program topics and offer show ideas.
• Conduct preliminary phone interviews with potential guests.
• Provide production assistance before, during and after live broadcasts.
• Create web pages and social media posts.
• Perform routine administrative tasks.

Skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

KQED Inc. in California is offering a paid internship to work 16 hours/week from Jan 19, 2027 to Jun 25, 2027, with an hourly rate of $19.61. Interns will help put together a live, fast-paced show, including research, interviews, social posts and production support, while learning newsroom workflow.

Hybrid work between KQED's headquarters and remote work, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in radio show production and journalism.