Internships and Work-Study

 

INTERNSHIPS

WNPR Production Assistant
Pledge Drive Assistant
Sales/Sponsorship Assistant
Production Assistant for UConn Women's Basketball
Production Assistant for Television Programming
Reading Rainbow Project Coordinator
Corporate Communications
Web Development Intern
Technical Production Intern

 

WORK-STUDY

 

 

Internship Listings



WNPR Production Assistant   (Internship)

Availability: Spring, Summer and Fall semesters

Hours: 10 - 30 hours per week. Hours per week are flexible, but require presence during mid-day hours.

Supervisor: Radio News Director

Job Summary:

WNPR will provide training in news writing, newsgathering, research, interviewing, audio production, and remote recording.  Intern will observe and take part in live broadcasts of Where We Live and Front & Center with Ray Hardman.

  • Front & Center with Ray Hardman is a weekly, half-hour television talk show on CPTV.  Hosted by WNPR's Ray Hardman, Front & Center explores the interesting people and important topics of Connecticut and our region. 

  • Where We Live is a brand-new, daily news program produced by WNPR - Connecticut Public Radio.  It is an interactive show, where newsmakers and listeners come together to talk about issues and ideas.

Responsibilities:

  • Conducting computer-based research about show topics and stories.

  • Making phone calls to schedule prospective guests and contributors.

  • Screening phone calls during live broadcast of Where We Live.

  • Write news and promotional copy. 

  • Gathering "Vox-Pop" interviews for produced segments of show.  

  • Attending regular show planning meetings.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Skill and Qualifications:

  • Highly organized, self-starter.

  • Must be able to arrive at work when scheduled, and meet deadlines as assigned. 

  • Ability to work closely with others in a newsroom setting.

  • Practical experience or interest in news, radio and television.

  • Outgoing personality, with a willingness to ask questions of newsmakers, and discuss topics with guests and callers.

  • Ability to learn basics of radio production.

  • An understanding of the public radio mission.

  • A vehicle is preferred.

  • The candidate should be pursuing course of study related to Communications or Journalism.  However, other majors and interests will be considered.  

  • Candidate must be computer literate and possess keyboard/typing skills.

Contact:

Jennifer Gawitt Pratt, Manager
Volunteer, Internship and Work Study Opportunities
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
1049 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105

Phone: (860) 275-7280
Fax: (860) 275-7453
E-mail: jpratt@cptv.org

Pledge Drive Assistant   (Internship)

Availability: Spring, Summer and Fall semesters

Hours: 10 to 20 hours per week. See job description for additional information.

Supervisor: Volunteer Services Manager

Job Summary:

This position will support the Volunteer Services department. During CPTV and WNPR pledge drives and special events availability to work 4 to 5 hour shifts Monday thru Saturday is required. Between pledge drives the hours are very flexible. Morning and evening shifts are available. This position is available as an internship or work study placement.

Responsibilities:

  • Greet CPTV and WNPR guests including volunteer groups, corporate sponsors, underwriters, on-air talent and VIP guests

  • Oversee daily set up and clean up during pledge drives including scheduling and delivery arrangements for food service providers

  • Assist the Membership and/or Volunteer Supervisor during on-air pledge drives

  • Solicit local businesses for food and beverage donations

  • Maintain pantry inventory

  • Provide occasional administrative support

Skill and Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication and customer services skills are essential

  • Previous experience working with volunteers preferred

  • Ability to work with diverse groups of people

  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel

Contact:

Jennifer Gawitt Pratt, Manager
Volunteer, Internship and Work Study Opportunities
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
1049 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105

Phone: (860) 275-7280
Fax: (860) 275-7453
E-mail: jpratt@cptv.org

Sales/Sponsorship Assistant   (Internship)

Availability: Spring, Summer and Fall semesters

Hours: 10 to 20 hours per week

Supervisor: Special Projects Producer

Job Summary:

Assist in creating media campaigns for clients, working pre- and post-sale. Manage various elements of media campaigns including television, radio, print, web and special live in-studio events. Position will offer student ability to learn all aspects of sponsorships and radio television production in a major market.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare media campaign proposals for sponsors

  • Transform research into effective promotional tool

  • Communicate with clients and manage client records

  • Assist Special Projects Producer in creating various media

  • Attend departmental meetings

Skill and Qualifications:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Organized, resourceful self-starter

  • Strong desire to learn

  • Thorough attention to detail

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, Access

Contact:

Jennifer Gawitt Pratt, Manager
Volunteer, Internship and Work Study Opportunities
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
1049 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105

Phone: (860) 275-7280
Fax: (860) 275-7453
E-mail: jpratt@cptv.org

Production Assistant for UConn Women's Basketball   (Internship)

Availability: One position for each Fall and Spring semester

Hours: A minimum of 20 hours per week is required

Supervisor: Executive Producer

Job Summary:

Intern to assist in all aspects of broadcast production

Responsibilities:

  • Respond to tape and footage requests

  • Assist producer researching story ideas

  • Assisting with production of halftime segments

  • Logging videotapes and entering in database

  • Logging live action of games

  • Assist with production of various studio tapings of UConn related sports shows

  • Schedule and assist with various on-location shoots

  • Prepare highlight tapes for Geno Auriemma Show

  • All other duties as assigned

Skill and Qualifications:

  • Strong writing skills

  • Good attention to detail

  • Good follow through

  • Ability to work with deadlines

  • Self-starter, able to work independently

  • Working knowledge and interest in basketball

  • Professional demeanor required

Contact:

Jennifer Gawitt Pratt, Manager
Volunteer, Internship and Work Study Opportunities
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
1049 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105

Phone: (860) 275-7280
Fax: (860) 275-7453
E-mail: jpratt@cptv.org

Production Assistant for Television Programming   (Internship)

Availability: One position each for Fall, Winter/Spring semesters.

Hours: A minimum of 16 hours per week is required

Supervisor: Executive Producer

Job Summary:

Internship for various programming projects and documentaries. Intern to assist in all aspects of program production from story to air.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in writing scripts

  • Research story ideas

  • Preparing producers for editing sessions, gathering videotapes and voice tracks

  • Logging videotapes

  • Phone work; calling to set up studio audiences for town meetings

  • Requesting permissions from publishers and film companies

  • Scheduling crews when coordinating producer needs assistant

  • Assist in preparation for edits

  • Other duties as assigned to help facilitate all aspects of production process

Skill and Qualifications:

  • Strong writing skills

  • Good attention to detail

  • Good follow through

  • Ability to work with deadlines

  • Self-starter, able to work independently

  • Excellent telephone skills

  • Professional demeanor required

Contact:

Jennifer Gawitt Pratt, Manager
Volunteer, Internship and Work Study Opportunities
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
1049 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105

Phone: (860) 275-7280
Fax: (860) 275-7453
E-mail: jpratt@cptv.org

Reading Rainbow Project Coordinator   (Internship)

Availability: One position extending over Fall and Spring semesters or one position for the Fall semester and one position for the Spring semester

Hours: 10 to 20 hours per week

Supervisor: Program Manager

Job Summary:

The Project Coordinator, under the guidance of the Program Manager, will coordinate all aspects of the Reading Rainbow Young Writers and Illustrators Contest, develop partnerships with appropriate organizations, institutions, and underwriters and enhance the community outreach opportunities available through the contest.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, foster, and maintain appropriate partnership opportunities to promote and conduct the contest. Liaison with Barnes and Noble's Community Relations Managers to promote contest. Create database for new entries. Organize mailing based on existing contestant database

  • Coordinate all promotional activities (both air and non-air), working with Corporate Communications and Marketing to coordinate underwriter and press coverage; work with Web Master to promote contest on web, post winning entries from previous year and post new winners at the conclusion of the contest

  • Coordinate and execute mailings pertaining to the contest

  • Coordinate and develop all aspects of entry judging, including recruitment and contact of general judging panel, coordination of celebrity judges and coordination of judging events

  • Perform administrative duties that relate to the implementation of the contest, including the sorting and categorizing of entries; printing and awarding of certificates; maintenance of winning entries and return of all entries

  • Plan and execute Winner's Party/Awards ceremony, including purchase, solicitation, and distribution of prizes

  • Provide validation report to appropriate departments

Skill and Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

  • Ability to perform multiple tasks

  • Computer, database management skills, and excellent interpersonal skills a must

  • Strong library sciences, child development skills and/or marketing background a plus

Contact:

Jennifer Gawitt Pratt, Manager
Volunteer, Internship and Work Study Opportunities
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
1049 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105

Phone: (860) 275-7280
Fax: (860) 275-7453
E-mail: jpratt@cptv.org

Corporate Communications   (Internship)

Availability: One position per semester

Hours: 10 - 20 hours per week

Supervisor: Director of Corporate Communications

Job Summary: To assist the corporate communications department with public relations and marketing duties.

Responsibilities:

  • Collect news clips and assist in media monitoring
  • Update and maintain media mailing lists, databases and contact information
  • Assist in the creation of press materials for local and national media
  • Assist in the copywriting and editing of corporate communications materials including publications, advertisements and webpages
  • Provide administrative assistance as needed (faxing, filing, copying, collating, mailing)

Skill and Qualifications:

Candidates must have an interest in broadcasting or communications. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented and have academic experience in public relations, marketing, journalism or advertising. Additional qualifications include:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Exceptional proofreading abilities
  • Good organizational skills
  • Interest in a challenging work enviornment
  • The ability to meet deadlines and multi-task
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to interact well with the public on the phone and in person

Contact:

Jennifer Gawitt Pratt, Manager
Volunteer, Internship and Work Study Opportunities
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
1049 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105

Phone: (860) 275-7280
Fax: (860) 275-7453
E-mail: jpratt@cptv.org

Web Development Intern   (Internship)

Availability: Spring, Summer, Fall Semesters

Hours: 15 to 20 hours per work

Supervisor: Director of Online Services

Job Summary:

The Web Development Intern will assist with content management of current websites and aid in the development of new projects.  The ideal candidate will have demonstrated proficiencies in CSS and/or PHP. 

 

Responsibilities:

  • Web content updating
  • Website Development
  • Website graphic design and formatting
  • Other duties as assigned

Skill and Qualifications:

·         Designing in CSS for cross-browser compatibility and working with CSS Layout and Positioning

·         Experience with PHP and MySQL

·         Experience with HTML

·         Experience with Adobe Product Family including, Dreamweaver and Photoshop

·         Good interpersonal skills.

·         Thorough attention to detail

·         Strong desire to learn

Contact:

Jennifer Gawitt Pratt, Manager
Volunteer, Internship and Work Study Opportunities
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
1049 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105

Phone: (860) 275-7280
Fax: (860) 275-7453
E-mail: jpratt@cptv.org

Technical Production Intern   (Internship)

Availability: One position per Fall, Winter/Spring, and Summer semesters

Hours: 10-15 hours per week

Supervisor: Audio Director

Job Summary:

Assist with production-related duties including, but not limited to:

  • Remote production (lighting, videotaping interviews, gathering b-roll footage, etc.) set-up, lighting, and production of studio talk shows
  • TV pledge productions

Please note: Candidate will help and observe technical staff, but amount of hands-on experience will vary by production requirements and skills demonstrated by candidate

Responsibilities:

Skill and Qualifications:

  • Interest in "nuts and bolts" of TV production
  • Willingness to take direction
  • Schedule requires flexibility
  • Computer literacy and keyboard/typing skills. Comfort working in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
  • Outstanding attention to detail
  • Ability to handle various tasks at one time
  • Knowledge of Internet and e-mail communication

Contact:

Jennifer Gawitt Pratt, Manager
Volunteer, Internship and Work Study Opportunities
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
1049 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105

Phone: (860) 275-7280
Fax: (860) 275-7453
E-mail: jpratt@cptv.org

 

 

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