WFMT Internship Program
WFMT Internship Program
WFMT Internship Program
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<strong>WFMT</strong> <strong>Internship</strong>s<br />
Thank you for your interest in becoming an intern at 98.7<strong>WFMT</strong>, Chicago’s Classical Music<br />
Experience. The program is designed to provide meaningful hands-on experience in radio<br />
broadcasting while accommodating the needs and wishes of the participants.<br />
General Information<br />
1. <strong>WFMT</strong> offers internships year-round. Length of internship and hours per week are<br />
negotiable, but we prefer that an intern be able to spend at least two days per week in the<br />
office.<br />
2. This is an unpaid internship. <strong>WFMT</strong> will work with schools for student interns receiving<br />
credit, but receiving credit and/or being a student are not required.<br />
3. Interns at <strong>WFMT</strong> are assigned an internship coordinator who will structure the internship<br />
according to the needs of both the station and intern. Our internships are very flexible<br />
and allow for a wide range of experiences. However, we’d prefer interns that are open to<br />
working on a wide range of projects.<br />
Suggested Deadlines<br />
Applications are considered throughout the year as need arises. For best consideration,<br />
candidates are urged to apply by the below dates. Actual start dates are flexible and will be<br />
discussed with candidates during the interview. We make every attempt to interview and select<br />
interns by the end of the below-listed months.<br />
For Fall <strong>Internship</strong>s (which generally begin in August or September) apply by mid-July. (Tip:<br />
many students apply before leaving school in May/June for internships starting the following<br />
fall.)<br />
For Winter <strong>Internship</strong>s (which generally begin in January) apply by mid-November.<br />
For Spring (March) <strong>Internship</strong>s, apply by mid-February. (Note: because school calendars vary,<br />
there are usually fewer openings in March.)<br />
For Summer <strong>Internship</strong>s (which begin in May or June) apply by mid-April.<br />
Requirements<br />
Students of any major are encouraged to apply but an interest in classical music is a must. Good<br />
written and verbal communications skills are essential, and familiarity with editing web sites and<br />
particularly with HTML is helpful. The ability to read music is also helpful for certain<br />
production tasks but not required.
Application Process<br />
All interested applicants should complete the attached application in addition to submitting a<br />
resume and cover letter. If the applicant is a student receiving credit for the internship, a<br />
signature from the internship coordinator is required. In the cover letter, applicants should<br />
express their qualifications, why they would like to intern at <strong>WFMT</strong>, and areas of interest at the<br />
radio station.<br />
<strong>Internship</strong> Description<br />
Possible tasks include, but are not limited to: Web site content, copywriting and researching for<br />
the web, writing/editing scripts, editing audio (for broadcast, the website or for podcasts), field<br />
recording, archive updating, music library maintenance, assisting with on-air pledge drives, and<br />
helping with press releases, sales and marketing. The most successful interns will be interested<br />
in working on many different projects in different departments; however the staff at <strong>WFMT</strong> will<br />
mold an internship to meet the applicant’s interests and desired skills. Interns are also<br />
encouraged to shadow producers, on-air hosts and other staff.<br />
<strong>WFMT</strong> Production <strong>Internship</strong> Application<br />
When would you like to intern<br />
Fall Winter Spring Summer<br />
Desired starting start: ____________________<br />
Will you be receiving school credit Yes or No<br />
Personal Information<br />
Name:_________________________________<br />
Present Address:<br />
______________________________________<br />
______________________________________<br />
______________________________________<br />
Phone: ________________________________<br />
E-mail:________________________________<br />
Permanent Address: ______________________________________<br />
______________________________________<br />
______________________________________<br />
Date of Birth: __________________________
In Case of Emergency, Notify: _______________________________<br />
Relationship to You: ______________________________________<br />
Phone: ________________________________<br />
Academic Information<br />
College/University: ________________________________________<br />
Address: _________________________________________________<br />
_________________________________________________<br />
_________________________________________________<br />
Phone: _______________________________<br />
Major: _______________________________<br />
GPA: _________<br />
Graduation Date: _______________<br />
Year in School: ________________________<br />
Experience<br />
Please list any related experience you have in music, media or arts administration.<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
Skills<br />
List any skills you think might be relevant to an internship at <strong>WFMT</strong>. Have you edited audio<br />
before Do you know any HTML Do you play an instrument If you’ve written for related<br />
publications or produced audio feel free to send us clips.<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________<br />
______________________________________________________________________________
Please include a one-page cover letter along with your resume explaining your interest in <strong>WFMT</strong><br />
and why an internship at <strong>WFMT</strong> would be right for you. Include what you hope to do here and<br />
career goals that might relate to your internship experience at 98.7<strong>WFMT</strong>.<br />
College/University <strong>Internship</strong> Coordinator<br />
Name:____________________________________ Phone: ____________________<br />
Department: _______________________________ Title: _____________________<br />
Address: __________________________________<br />
__________________________________<br />
__________________________________<br />
Signature __________________________________ Date _____________________<br />
Please email, mail or fax the completed application with optional extra materials directly to:<br />
David Polk<br />
Executive Assistant<br />
98.7<strong>WFMT</strong><br />
5400 North Saint Louis Avenue<br />
Chicago IL 60625<br />
Fax: (773) 279-2199<br />
jobs@networkchicago.com
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