Radio Broadcasting & Communications

Internship Placement Position Description

Business Name: Carroll Broadcasting Company
Department/Location: Radio Broadcasting & Communications
Supervisor/Point of Contact: Renie Osterlund
Phone: (712) 792-4321
Email: renie@carrollbroadcasting.com

Internship Position

Position Title: Radio Broadcasting & Communications Intern
Placement Term: Fall or Spring
Work Location: Carroll, IA
Work Schedule: Schedule is dependent upon the student's school schedule and will be coordinated with and communicated to the host organization.

Position Overview

The Radio Broadcasting & Communications Intern will gain hands-on experience in the radio and media industry while learning about broadcasting operations, communications, marketing, and community engagement. This internship provides students with exposure to behind-the-scenes radio station operations as well as opportunities to explore media, journalism, promotions, and broadcasting careers.

Duties and Projects

The intern may be involved in the following activities and projects:

Assist with daily radio station operations and administrative tasks.
Observe broadcasting, production, and programming activities.
Support marketing, social media, and promotional campaigns.
Assist with community events, contests, and station promotions.
Help create content for radio, digital platforms, and community communications.
Learn about advertising, sponsorships, and customer relations.
Participate in staff meetings and project planning discussions.
Assist with special projects and other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Learning Outcomes

The intern will have opportunities to:

Develop professional workplace skills.
Build communication and teamwork abilities.
Increase knowledge of radio broadcasting and media operations.
Apply classroom learning in a professional setting.
Strengthen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Gain experience with marketing, promotions, and audience engagement.
Explore careers in broadcasting, communications, journalism, marketing, and media production.

Workplace Expectations

The intern is expected to:

Demonstrate professionalism and reliability.
Follow organizational policies and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
Communicate effectively with supervisors, employees, clients, and community members.
Arrive on time and meet agreed-upon work schedules.
Complete assigned projects and tasks to the best of their ability.

Dress Code

The intern is expected to follow the organization's dress code requirements.

Attire expectations for this position: Business casual attire appropriate for a professional office and media environment.

Physical Requirements

The intern should be prepared to perform the following physical activities as required by the position:

Sitting for extended periods.
Standing for extended periods.
Walking throughout the workday.
Computer use for communication, content creation, and administrative tasks.
Assisting with promotional materials, events, and station activities.
Frequent interaction with staff, advertisers, and community members.

Important Information

This description does not list all duties. The intern may be asked to perform other duties assigned by staff or the supervisor. The intern will be evaluated on the performance of assigned projects and responsibilities, as well as professional interactions with employees and community partners. On-site hours will be negotiated with each candidate.

Safety expectations, including harassment policies, should be reviewed with the host organization.

Transportation and Travel Requirements

Students must have reliable transportation to and from Carroll Broadcasting Company.
Local travel for station promotions, community events, or remote broadcasts may be part of the internship experience under the supervision of authorized employees.

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