Podcast Summer Intern
About The Position
The Financial Times is seeking passionate and motivated students for a ten-week paid summer internship focused on audio journalism and production. Interns will gain hands-on experience pitching, reporting, and producing audio stories for the FT's flagship daily podcast, the FT News Briefing. This program offers the opportunity to collaborate across the FT globally, develop ideas, present work to US leadership, and receive mentorship from a dedicated Buddy. The internship requires a minimum of three days a week in the office and runs from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.
Requirements
- Journalism degree preferred
- Audio or podcast experience preferred (Internship or other courses)
- Good writing and editing skills
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Interest in finance and business news
- Must have experience working with Descript or similar editing software
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.
- Must be available from June 7, 2027 - Aug 13, 2027.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of business, economics and financial markets is an advantage
Responsibilities
- Researching and pitching audio story ideas which draw from the full range of FT coverage: business, finance and culture
- Gathering tape and archive audio to bring stories to life
- Coordinating and recording interviews with FT journalists and other guests
- Producing and editing elements of the FT News Briefing, with guidance from its team leader
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Mentorship program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
