KMUW
Korva Coleman 2022 Diversity in Journalism Summer Internship
- Date posted: 12/4/2021
- Application deadline: 1/21/2022
- Type of position: This internship is for 10 weeks beginning June 6, 2022. The Coleman intern will work
40 hours a week. The position is open to both undergraduate and graduate students.
- Compensation: $5,000 stipend and room and board
- Details: The KMUW Korva Coleman internship is designed to train college students of color
to be a part of the next generation of public radio reporters and newscasters. The
Coleman intern gets an immersive, hands-on learning experience at KMUW, Wichita's
award-winning NAtional Public Radio station, as well as mentoring from NPR newscaster
Korva Coleman. The Coleman intern will get professional experience reporting and writing
for both broadcast and digital platforms. They will work with veteran public radio
reporters and editors in the KMUW newsroom. The intern also will receive training
to help develop their on-air voice delivery.
- Preferred Skills
- Outstanding writing and reporting skills.
- Experience working for a media outlet, either on campus or in the community. Broadcast
experience is a bonus, but not required.
- A strong interest in news and the world around them.
- A genuine desire to learn and pursue NPR-style journalism.
- A curious and creative bent.
- An ability to absorb and apply constructive criticism.
- A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
- Contact: Tom Shine - shine@kmuw.org or 316-978-7324
- How to Apply: Send applications to Tom Shine - KMUW, Director of News and Public Affairs - shine@kmuw.org
- Link for additional details: https://www.kmuw.org/korva-coleman-internship
