| Employer | Roots Interns / Developing Radio Partners |
|---|---|
| Location | USA |
| Type | Internship |
| Apply by | Deadline not specified—Apply ASAP! |
| More details | https://www.rootsinterns.com/tour/journalism-internship-with-nonprofit/ |
| Posted on | March 17, 2025 |
Description
Gain practical broadcasting experience and support budding journalists in Malawi.
Here’s an exciting opportunity for journalism students or graduates to gain practical broadcasting experience in Malawi, and support budding Malawian journalists at the same time. You’ll be part of Developing Radio Partners, a nonprofit organization that works with African radio stations to effectively bring important messages to rural communities.
As an intern on this program, you’ll provide mentorship to young radio broadcasters who have not had much formal training. By working alongside them, and sharing your knowledge, you’ll help improve the quality of broadcasting at their local radio station. You’ll also gain some practical broadcasting experience by, together with the reporters you’re working with, finding and producing interesting stories.
This journalism internship will provide you with unique insights into the power radio has to improve lives of people in rural African settings.
Learning outcomes:
• Practical experience in story development, interviewing, and production for radio broadcasting
• A comprehensive understanding of the role of radio in a rural African context
• Experience in providing journalism mentorship to young reporters
• Insight into the nonprofit sector
Developing Radio Partners believes radio can change minds and lives. Driven by this premise, this nonprofit organization uses the medium of radio to bring reliable and important information to rural communities in Africa. In partnership with local broadcasters in Zambia, Malawi, and Burkina Faso, Developing Radio Partners help disseminate information on issues such as environment, agriculture, health, and governance. The broadcasts offer ideas and facts that can bring easy-to-implement solutions to everyday challenges and improve people’s lives in significant ways.
Working in a solution-focused way, the DRP team thoroughly researches the need of communities and its local radio stations, before developing skill-development programs in partnership with local journalists. Through weekly bulletins on relevant and practical topics, and by encouraging engagement through radio listening clubs, the right information reaches people who most need it.
Started in 2004 by one of the founders of National Public Radio in the United States, Developing Radio Partners is a well-established organization that has created tangible impact in many African communities.
Responsibilities:
Your tasks during this internship will be somewhat tailored to your skills and experience, but they are likely to include the following;
• Provide mentoring to young reporters in Malawi and help them develop basic journalism skills
• Alongside young reporters, research stories and assist with production
• Assist with interviewing and writing copy for broadcasts
• Assist with digital audio editing
• Write monthly progress reports
Requirements:
The ideal candidate for this internship is a senior undergraduate or graduate student or recent graduate with a degree in journalism – preferably broadcast journalism.
• Strong communications and writing skills
• Some experience in broadcasting is ideal
• An openness to working in a culturally different environment
• Great research skills and an eye for good stories
• An ability to manage your time well and meet deadlines
• A passion for DRP’s mission
• A self-starter attitude
• Proficiency in Adobe Audition
Please Keep the Following In Mind:
-You will be contacted by Roots Interns, as they handle all internship applications for these organizations. Roots will also help with any practical preparations before the start of your internship (f.e. arranging your accommodation, answering any questions you might have about living abroad, etc.)
• During the internship you will be linked to a supervisor/mentor that will guide you and provide support & feedback throughout your time with the organization.
• There are multiple destinations and organizations available depending on your preference.
• Please note that the internship is based on a volunteer work placement, so you will not receive a payment or stipend of any kind.
• Fees – click on the link below for information about the fees for this specific internship opportunity. Note: Fees only need to be paid once you have accepted an internship offer.
Find out more about possible destinations and nonprofits you could be interning with.
How to Apply:
Complete the application form or mail to internship@rootsinterns.com.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis – apply ASAP!