Production Intern

About the internship

The Production intern will provide production support by helping maintain podcast production schedules and media studio operations across several Mercatus Center shows. Working closely with the production team, the intern will contribute throughout the podcast production lifecycle—from recording and editing to quality assurance and short-form content creation—to help ensure episodes are delivered on schedule. Depending on production needs, the intern may support podcasts including Ideas of India, Conversations with Tyler, The Street Porter and the Philosopher, Macro Musings, and the Marginal Revolution Podcast, as well as media studio operations and other special recording projects. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience in podcast production while supporting recurring production needs across multiple shows.

Specific Duties

• Assist with virtual and in-studio podcast recordings.
• Edit full-length podcast videos and prepare final deliverables for review.
• Create short-form social media clips and graphics using established templates.
• Conduct quality assurance on video and audio edits before publication.
• Organize production assets and coordinate project files.
• Assist with media studio operations and virtual recording support.
• Cookordination with producers and freelance editors to help maintain production schedules.
• Provide photography support for internal events as needed.

Qualifications

• College student or recent college graduate.
• Experience with video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Descript, Final Cut Pro, or similar) and familiarity with audio editing tools (Adobe Audition, Riverside, or similar), or a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn new production tools.
• Familiarity with podcast or digital media production.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while taking direction and incorporating feedback.
• Genuine interest in digital media, journalism, economics, or public policy is a plus.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume. Your cover letter should indicate your interest in the Mercatus Center’s mission.