Chicago Public Media seeks interns

Chicago Public Media is seeking interns for its newsroom, podcast, talk show and multi-media teams.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Many, but not all interns have completed college or some other form of education and/or certification in the journalism or media field(s)
• Many go on to careers in public media or other outlets. Many have found their way back to WBEZ, too
• The pay is $14/hour, non-negotiable
• Scheduled work weeks are up to 24 hours/week
• Internships last approximately 6 months, running January 2021 through June 2021

What the company wants candidates to display in their resumes, cover letters and interview conversations:

• Curiosity and the willingness to learn
• Understanding of the value of bringing together diverse perspectives
• Specific skills you want to learn during the internship
• If applicable, any links to a portfolio of writing samples; audio, video, or multimedia packages; or other completed work that may be relevant to this opening

Applications are being accepted through October 12, 2020.