Audio Production/Digital Content/Social Media Intern

Job Description And Position Requirements

The internship at WPSU, Penn State's PBS and NPR public media station serving Central PA, seeks a highly motivated individual to contribute to audio production, social media, and presentation of audience data.

• Organize audio recording sessions and assist in audio production
• Participate in the distribution of audio and video media across internal and external channels
• Develop content for social media appropriate to WPSU’s news stories, along with other content aligned with WPSU’s mission
• Write scripts for broadcast media, internal presentations, etc.
• Gather and analyze social media and digital media audience statistics
• Aid with search engine optimization for WPSU’s digital content

Knowledge of and special interest in public media is preferred. Prior experience working professionally with social media, audio production, news, or digital media development and distribution is a plus. An emphasis on undergraduate work in Media Studies, Mass Communications, or Strategic Communications is desired.

Requirements

The successful candidate must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, research skills, and the ability to work independently to complete assigned tasks within identified timeframes. The candidate must also be comfortable learning and utilizing technology, audio recording and editing tools, and data analysis tools.

Pay and Schedule

This position is available for up to 10 hours per week during the Fall 2025 semester and/or Spring 2026 semester. The pay rate is $15 per hour.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies.

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