WFAN Intern

Audacy, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

One-on-one mentorship

Networking opportunities

HR career coaching and resume help

Job summary

A prominent media company is offering a Summer Intern position for 2026 in New York City. The internship is structured to provide hands-on experience in the dynamic sports radio environment at WFAN. Interns will collaborate with leading talent, contribute to content creation, and learn about live event production. The role requires enrollment in a college program and offers competitive pay of $17 per hour. Interested applicants should apply by March 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Proof of enrollment is required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Proper authorization needed to be employed within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the operations of one of New York City's premiere sports news stations.
• Learn about broadcast, digital, and live events.
• Support various departments in daily functions.
• Assist in creating presentations and gathering information for projects.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Ability to excel in a team environment

Education

Currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited college or university

Open to college juniors and seniors

Job description

Position Details

Job Title: Summer Intern 2026 - WFAN

Department: WFAN

Reporting To: Brand Manager / Programming

Employment Type: Internship

Pay Transparency: The anticipated salary for New York-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $17/hr.

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Location(s): New York

Work Arrangement: On-Site / 3 days per week

Program Overview

WFAN, America’s first and most successful sports radio brand, is looking for a passionate and motivated Summer Intern. This internship provides hands‑on experience with the nationally syndicated Infinity Sports network, which operates alongside WFAN at Audacy’s New York City studios.

As a Summer Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with high‑caliber talent, contribute to innovative broadcast and digital content, and gain exposure to audio, video, social media, and live event production. We’re looking for creative thinkers with a passion for sports media, a collaborative attitude, and a desire to learn how content can drive engagement and revenue. Strong interest in the sports industry and knowledge of FCC guidelines are a plus.

If you're ready to dive into the dynamic world of sports radio and learn from the best in the industry, we want to hear from you!

What To Know Before Applying

• The duration of the summer program is 7.5 weeks and will cover June 8th – July 29th
• Interns will be expected to work 3 days a week with a total of 20 hours per week
• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. School credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired
• Relocation is not provided, you will be expected to be able to commute into the NY office
• Interviewing will take place from February through mid April. An Audacy team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position
• Please address your cover letters to: Audacy's Talent Acquisition Team
• Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Responsibilities

• Experience first‑hand and directly contribute to the operations of one of New York City’s premiere sports news station
• Learn the inner workings of broadcast, digital and live events
• Support the marketing, sales, finance, promotions and programming teams in performing daily office functions as part of each department's business strategy
• Assist in creating presentations by compiling data, developing presentation formats and materials; creating and/or maintaining one‑sheets and media kits
• Work as a team while collaborating with other departments to gather and arrange information needed for various projects and brainstorm ideas
• Attend meetings and training sessions

Internship Eligibility Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in a U.S. accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)
• Our Summer Internships are open to college juniors and seniors (rising juniors/seniors for the summer program). (Must be 18 years or older)
• Proper authorization needed to be employed within the United States
• Interns must be available to work during the summer program
• Must be able to work 3 days/up to 20 hours a week
• College Credit is not required, but can be provided upon request if needed
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong multi‑tasking, organizational, and time‑management skills
• Ability to excel in a team environment, yet resourceful and self‑motivated

Perks We Offer

• On the job training and one‑on‑one mentorship
• Presentations led by our industry experts
• Networking opportunities and access to complementary event(s)
• HR lead early career coaching, resume drafting and interview tips and preparation

Important Notes

Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, verify their authenticity before responding.

About Us

Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month.

We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

EEO

Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case‑by‑case basis.