Fall Intern, Talk Programming - Part-Time

Sirius XM Radio • New York, NY

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About The Position

SiriusXM is seeking interns interested in business, politics, entertainment, and comedy programming and/or pop culture to join one of our talk programming channels. Interns will get firsthand, on-the-job experience with the leaders in the radio industry.

Requirements

• Internships are open to current students enrolled at a university (those graduating by September 2027 are preferred) and recent graduates who graduated within the 12-month period prior to the start of the internship as well as broadcasting schools with one-year programs that provide certificates of completion.
• Thorough knowledge of MS-Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Good project management and planning skills.
• Good personnel management skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to take initiative and follow through on projects.
• Familiar with SiriusXM programming.
• Knowledge and interest in current events, business, comedy, pop culture and politics.
• Must have legal right to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Current or previous enrollment in communications classes preferred.
• Broadcast communications and related majors preferred.
• Experience in radio/TV a plus.
• Experience with digital media systems (Photoshop, Adobe, video editing) a plus.
• Knowledge of Broadcast Automation/On-Air software, a plus.
• Experience with digital editing software (Cool Edit, Pro Tools, Adobe Audition), preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with daily operations for a live radio show.
• Participate in on-air content.
• Run sound board for live show or pre-taped interviews.
• Create content including promos and audiograms for Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
• Edit audio in pre- and post-production for on-air use or to be used on social media.
• Prepare for shows with in-depth research in current events, news and politics by participating in talent and production meetings.
• Work in a fast-paced, live environment with active deadlines.
• Interact with listeners through social media, email and on-air phone call screening.
• Conduct outreach to industry professionals, public relations and expert guests.
• Keep detailed logs of shows for producer’s records.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• The base salary for this position is $18/hr.
• This role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed