How to get a Intern at a Radio Station?10pts!Plz Help!!

Question

I have no college degree and i also do not have much work experience.

How do i go about getting a non paid internship at a Radio Station.

(Volunteer Work so i can get my foot in the door!)

Thanks

BEST ANSWER GETS 10 pts!

Answer 1

I would email or call their Human Resources department and inquire about volunteer service.  If HR doesn't prove helpful, call other departments at the station. IE the programs or promotion director, or the operations manager. You can find their contact info on the website, i'm sure. Places like that are difficult to get into, but rewarding once you're there. I have a degree and getting in the door just to intern at a station has been a challenge for me.

Just keep being persistent, that's really the key. If they see that you have the drive, you will be fine!

Answer 2

Call them and find out if they need volunteers.

Answer 3

all the above....plus....if you're in a real rush, try any local college radio stations within driving distance to see if they need help of any kind..they're usually more "beginner friendly" than commercial stations...the commercial stations most likely to hire beginners will be your religious/Christian stations...due to the fact you'll mainly just be running tapes,and producing commercials,not a lot of on-air experience needed--try there first!.......good luck.

Answer 4

In addition to calling, as the others suggested, visit the station remote broadcasts. Get to know the "street team." They're the folks who drive the van, set up the tents, booths, banners, etc at concerts, fairs and other events sponsored by the station(s). They know a lot about what's going on at the station and might introduce you to the promotion director.

Do this for all stations where you live, not just your favorite - you're trying to gain experience - even if it's a religious station or foreign language.

Offer to run for burgers, hold down a tent post or pass out stickers and ask questions. Make sure they know of your interest in working in radio.

Now, here's the thing about internships, they are mostly for students who plan to major in one of the disciplines for radio. In your case, just see if there's a regular part or full-time job available; even if it's just in the mail room.

You might get lucky. Good luck!

BTW, did you know college grads earn an average of a million dollars more in their lifetimes than those without? You might consider your local community or vocational school. And, if I may, don't take this wrong: we all know that ten points are awarded for correct answers. It's a bit tacky to mention it.

-a guy named duh