Job Information
University of Utah KUER Robert K. Avery Internship 2024-2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 07/01/2024
Requisition Number PRN14934N
Job Title UU Student - Other
Working Title KUER Robert K. Avery Internship 2024-2025
Job Grade SJ
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 15 hours/wk
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
- To be determined when the paid internship begins.
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area President
Department 00335 - KUER
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $13/hr.
Close Date 07/19/2024
Job Summary
Paid KUER Robert K. Avery Internship, 2024-2025. KUER 90.1, Utah’s largest NPR affiliate, is seeking an ambitious student for an intensive, year-long news and production internship.
The first half of this internship will take place in the fall semester at RadioWest, KUER’s premiere bi-weekly program. Starting in January, the second half will take place in KUER’s newsroom, assisting with coverage of the Utah’s Legislature 2025 general session
Responsibilities
RadioWest is KUER’s flagship, bi-weekly interview program.
The intern will learn behind-the-scenes radio production by providing administrative and technical support for the show.
Duties include audio editing, show research, listener services, social media, database management, audio archive maintenance and other tasks as assigned.
The position requires a commitment of 12-16 hours per week.
During spring semester, the intern will transition to KUER’s bustling newsroom. They will collect sound and produce stories for our daily news programs.
This internship may include several days a week at the Utah Capitol to support our legislative coverage and other projects to support newsroom and station operations as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Prior radio production experience is not necessary, but excellent computer and research skills, as well as a strong curiosity about the news, are essential.
Preferred applicants should be highly collaborative and open to feedback.
Students should be juniors or seniors, although highly experienced lowerclassmen may be considered. Students can be from any major. KUER is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourages all applicants.
This job posting is only available to University of Utah students.
Preferences
Special Instructions Summary
Applications are accepted through the University of Utah’s HR portal.
Please include:
Cover letter explaining your interest and experience in public radio and broadcasting.
Resume
Names and contact info for at least two academic or professional references familiar with the student’s qualifications.
Applications are due Friday, July 19, 2024
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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