Position Overview
- Location Type: [Not Specified]
- Job Type: Intern
- Salary: [Not Specified]
NPR is a mission-driven multimedia organization producing award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with public radio stations nationwide. We value information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility. NPR is committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and diverse workplace where ethical standards and integrity are paramount.
Program Duration: October 6th, 2025 - April 17th, 2026
Intern Learning Opportunities
The intern will gain exposure and learn about:
- Economics
- Finance
- Narrative storytelling
- Audio production
- News
- Fact-checking
- Audience engagement
This role is for individuals passionate about economics and business, who are curious about topics like wages, inflation, and the impact of AI on work. Ideal candidates are regular listeners of NPR's Planet Money and The Indicator from Planet Money, enjoy researching economic topics, and are eager to contribute to podcast production, social media, and research.
The intern will split their time between two podcasts, The Indicator and Planet Money, with a rotation between the two.
Note: This is an NPR editorial role and is subject to the NPR Ethics Handbook. All editorial staff are bound by this guidance.
Responsibilities
Interns will support the team by:
- Conducting research on ideas.
- Assisting in episode audio production.
- Writing copy for npr.org and social media channels.
- Crafting and scheduling posts for social media accounts.
- Fact-checking podcast episodes.
- Booking guests.
- Pitching story ideas.
- Providing feedback during group edits.
- Monitoring team inboxes and social media for listener feedback and story ideas.
All work will be performed under the close supervision of the host teams.
Skills
NPR
Public radio providing news and storytelling
About NPR
NPR provides news and storytelling that connects with millions of people across the United States through various platforms, including radio, online, and live events. Its reporting is supported by a nationwide network of skilled journalists and international bureaus, ensuring comprehensive coverage of current events and cultural topics. Unlike many other news organizations, NPR is known for its commitment to unbiased reporting and in-depth analysis, which helps listeners gain a better understanding of the world around them. The goal of NPR is to foster a more informed public by offering insightful news and cultural content that enriches the lives of its audience.