Job Description

NPR is seeking a detail-oriented, creative, and curious editorial intern to join the Science desk and Short Wave podcast teams. The intern will gain experience in research, fact-checking, writing, reporting, and production, contributing to digital stories and audio formats.

Responsibilities

• Pitch story and episode ideas
• Report and produce stories on general science, domestic health, and global health
• Assess science papers for newsworthiness
• Fact-check Short Wave episodes
• Research, book guests, and write interview questions
• Assist in episode audio production and promotion
• Collaborate with NPR Science desk and Short Wave teams
• Complete a capstone project for each team

Requirements

• Excellent research and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, quickly, and accurately
• Ability to collaborate
• Demonstrated interest in news and creative storytelling
• Some audio production experience
• Knowledge or background in a science field
• Sense of humor
• Current student or recent graduate

Benefits

• No benefits