KERA News Intern, Fall 2026
Position Summary
KERA NEWS INTERN, FALL 2026
What You Will Do
- Producing audio for newscasts
- Monitoring press conferences for quick turnarounds
- Pitching, writing and producing stories for newscasts and digital
- Performing other daily duties
- Field reporting with audio equipment
Bonus If You Bring
- Audio editing experience
- Previous experience working for a daily new organization
- Knowledge of social media practices
What Will Make You Successful
- Qualified applicants must be current students (in an accredited degree program) or have graduated no more than 12 months prior to the start of the internship.
- We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences, and passions.
- Portfolio that includes samples of your news stories
- Cover letter that includes 3 pitches for stories
- Knowledge of public radio
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Solid understanding of AP style
Salary
$16 per hour paid on a bi-weekly pay period. Interns can expect to work 15-20 hours per week.
Location and Schedule
- The internship is based in Dallas/Fort Worth, but interns can work a hybrid schedule.
- Interns should have some availability between 9am and 5pm (M-F) and are expected to work some days in-person at our Fair Park office in Dallas, TX.
- Hours are flexible, and we will work with you to accommodate class schedules.
- The internship will begin around August 17, 2026, and end December 11, 2026. There may be opportunities to extend the internship into the Spring 2027 term.
How To Apply
- Complete the application on KERA’s employment page and attach a resume.
- Add a cover letter including links to samples of your written news stories, audio stories, video or photography work. If possible, please also include a link to an online portfolio.
- In your cover letter, include three pitches for new stories.
Application Timeline
We generally close roles 2-4 weeks after posting. The hiring process may continue for several weeks after the closing of the role depending on the number of applicants.
About the Role
Serving the country’s fifth-largest media market, KERA reaches more than 4.5 million people monthly through KERA TV, KERA News, KXT, WRR and The Denton Record-Chronicle. For more than 60 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for community engagement and lifelong learning.
Qualifications
We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences, and passions. If you don't meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and think you’re the right person for the job, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.
Skills
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Benefits
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Pay
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Schedule
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