World Cafe Programming Internship

Programming Interns support WXPN’s NPR syndicated radio show, World Cafe, through a broad range of tasks including:

• Artist relations: Host recording artists on site, load-in and load-out, coordinate hospitality
• Prepare and schedule World Cafe playlists using Microsoft Excel and GSelector music scheduling software
• Write on-air copy to promote upcoming World Cafe guests
• Create and distribute World Cafe episode rundowns (timings and cues) for affiliate stations
• Compile press and background info on artists through extensive online research
• Monitor World Cafe broadcast schedule and inform guests of air dates
• Other duties as needed, including general clerical tasks

Qualifications:

Applicants must have a minimum of 15 weekday hours available, 9am to 5pm. Successful candidates will be self-starters with exceptional attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work independently. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications preferred. An interest in exploring a career in media/entertainment and a familiarity with the music of WXPN and World Cafe are desirable.