Join HRN's intern team for Summer 2016!

Join HRN's Intern Team

 

Heritage Radio Network is looking to fill positions in our Research and Radio Internship, Editorial Internship, and Development Internship Programs. These six-month internships are part-time, 15 hours weekly (2 days per week: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday), to begin mid-May. Interns will work from HRN's Bushwick, Brooklyn office. This position is unpaid, but can be applied towards school credit.

About Us:

Heritage Radio Network is a grassroots, action-oriented non-profit Internet radio station focused on creating a food world that is more sustainable, equitable and delicious. Our network boasts 35+ entertaining and informative weekly food-focused programs, and a division of writers who produce stories on topics including Advocacy & Food Policy, Agriculture, Hospitality, Science & Tech, Beverage, and more.

Working at HRN means making a serious commitment to improving the food system and helping to create an exceptional workplace. We are a passionate group of hard workers. See below for position descriptions and how to apply.

 

RESEARCH AND RADIO INTERNSHIP

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a part-time editorial intern to help increase listenership, boost public awareness, and enhance engagement with our 35+weekly shows and daily news coverage. This internship is a unique opportunity to engage with a community of journalists, food producers, chefs and leaders. This is a position for someone who is interested in a creative approach to content management and promotion through editorial features and use of social media.

The ideal candidate would be a food studies, media, public relations or communications student.

Performance Expectations:
  • Curate existing HRN content through audio, web and written features and promotions (think radio remixes of great show moments, blog round-ups, social media shout outs, newsletters, etc.)
  • Assist with host and guest outreach with the network’s community of food, drink, and agriculture personalities
  • Social media promotion re: radio programs, news pieces and events on a weekly/daily basis
  • Aid in the development and implementation of a social media strategy for individual shows and news pieces
  • Disseminate relevant promotion and news to our various social media outlets
  • Attend events and table on behalf of the network
  • Track analytics on social media platforms

Additional responsibilities dependent upon experience and interests.  

Success Patterns:
  • Well-versed in social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, and blogging
  • Familiar with Google Docs
  • Some experience with content promotion preferred
  • Strong verbal, writing and editorial skills
  • Exceptional planning and organization skills
  • Socially outgoing
  • Professional demeanor
  • Self-starter able to set priorities and work independently, or as part of a team
  • Adaptable and comfortable with the evolving demands of a small, organization
  • Knowledge of/interest in food and agriculture a plus
Desired Personal Characteristics:
  • Creative
  • Passion for using digital tools to create social change
  • A love for radio/podcasts!
  • Flexible with a strong work ethic
To apply for the Research and Radio Internship, please submit resume, cover letter and short writing sample to: [email protected]

EDITORIAL INTERNSHIP

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a part-time editorial intern to help increase listenership, boost public awareness, and enhance engagement with our 35+ weekly shows and daily news coverage. This internship is a unique opportunity to engage with a community of journalists, food producers, chefs and leaders. This is a position for someone who is interested in a creative approach to content management and promotion through editorial features and use of social media.

The ideal candidate would be a food studies, media, public relations or communications student.

Performance Expectations:
  • Curate existing HRN content through audio, web and written features and promotions (think radio remixes of great show moments, blog round-ups, social media shout outs, newsletters, etc.)
  • Assist with host and guest outreach with the network’s community of food, drink, and agriculture personalities
  • Social media promotion re: radio programs, news pieces and events on a weekly/daily basis
  • Aid in the development and implementation of a social media strategy for individual shows and news pieces
  • Disseminate relevant promotion and news to our various social media outlets
  • Attend events and table on behalf of the network
  • Track analytics on social media platforms

Additional responsibilities dependent upon experience and interests. 

Success Patterns:
  • Well-versed in social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, and blogging
  • Familiar with Google Docs
  • Some experience with content promotion preferred
  • Strong verbal, writing and editorial skills
  • Exceptional planning and organization skills
  • Socially outgoing
  • Professional demeanor
  • Self-starter able to set priorities and work independently, or as part of a team
  • Adaptable and comfortable with the evolving demands of a small, organization
  • Knowledge of/interest in food and agriculture a plus
Desired Personal Characteristics:
  • Creative
  • Passion for using digital tools to create social change
  • A love for radio/podcasts!
  • Flexible with a strong work ethic
To apply for the Editorial Internship, please submit resume, cover letter and short writing sample to: [email protected] 

DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP

Position Overview:

You will be assisting with research, donor management and cultivation efforts reporting directly to the HRN staff. This position will work both on events and one-off campaigns as well as HRN’s bi-annual fundraising drives. The ideal candidate would be familiar with data manipulation, proficient with CRM software, demonstrate an enthusiasm for outreach, with a keen eye for creating personal touches through written and in-person communication.

Performance Expectations:
  • Researching prospective major donors
  • Creating fundraising materials through writing and content generation, assisting with appeals for donors at the middle donor level
  • Assist in acknowledging and thanking donors
  • Helping to maintain donor records and data hygiene in donor database
  • Assist in editing grant proposals or reports and stewardship pieces, compiling news briefings and blog posts, and designing communications pieces, as needed
  • Attend events and table on behalf of network

Additional responsibilities dependent upon experience and interests.

Success Patterns:
  • Familiar with Google Docs
  • Previous experience working with databases preferred
  • Experience with graphic design and use of Adobe Creative Suite software (preferred)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Exceptional planning and organization skills
  • Outgoing and persistent
  • Professional and thorough
  • Engaging storyteller
  • Ability to make quick and accurate decisions
  • Adaptable, and comfortable with the evolving demands of a small, grassroots media organization
  • Self-starter able to set priorities and work independently]
  • Demonstrated interest in food and farming issues
  • Commitment to justice and inclusion, especially with regard to race, class, gender and our food system
 Desired Personal Characteristics:
  • Fun and creative
  • A love for radio/podcasts!
  • Ability to set priorities and follow-through in an environment that changes all the time
  • Flexible with a strong work ethic
To apply for the Development Internship, please submit resume, cover letter and short writing sample to: [email protected] 

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