KTAR News and Talk Spring 2027 Internship

About the Role

This is a semester-long internship opportunity in the News/Talk department at KTAR News 92.3 FM in Phoenix. The intern will gain a fuller understanding of the broadcast industry and expand their skill sets. This is an onsite role.

Key Responsibilities

• Split time between news and talk on KTAR News 92.3 FM.
• News:
• Learn all aspects of the radio newsroom.
• Pull audio.
• Learn how to conduct interviews.
• Create content for on-air and online distribution.
• Talk:
• Learn the ins and outs of producing a quality talk show.
• Develop and hone talk host skills.
• Observe and interact with talk show producers and hosts.
• Edit and produce talk show podcasts/interviews.
• Learn how to operate the on-air audio console.
• Help select stories for talk shows.
• Observe the talk show prep process.
• Learn how to screen talk show callers.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be currently registered as a college/university student, eligible to receive internship credit through their educational institution.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Work schedule is between 15 and 25 hours per week depending on school requirements.
• Compensation: $15.65 per hour.
• Sick leave earned at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• Access to an entire team of free financial planners.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.

Physical Demands

• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment.
• Ability to work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds on occasion.