WUNC Newsroom Intern

North Carolina Public Radio WUNC, Chapel Hill & Durham

North Carolina Public Radio-WUNC is hiring an intern as a news reporter. The position is paid, and will be under the supervision of our Daily News Editor. This internship will be for the Fall with possibilities to extend to the Spring.

WUNC Radio provides quality news, information and entertainment programming to a broad listening audience that includes North Carolina, the United States and the world. WUNC serves North Carolinians from Greensboro to the Outer Banks through a network of seven stations.

The news intern will be responsible for writing and producing audio and digital stories for our daily broadcast newscasts as well as online platforms. They will have opportunities to complete feature stories, as time allows. They may also perform administrative tasks or duties as assigned. Interns are asked to dedicate one or two days a week during regular business hours preferred (Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.).

The position will be in-person with some possibilities for hybrid/remote work. A computer will be provided. The salary is $18 per hour. The position is expected to start in August.

Minimum Education & Experience Required:  High school diploma or equivalency and completion of a two-year technical school program in electronics; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

This position is open to currently enrolled students and recent graduates. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Journalism and radio experience preferred. 

Interested applicants must apply at:  https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/284344. 

Candidates should attach a cover letter explaining their interest in the position and qualifications, a current CV or resume with references included.  The deadline to apply is August 2, 2024.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.