Audio Engineering Internship - Fall 2026

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October 5th, 2026 - April 16th, 2027 Application Instructions: Applications close on Sunday, June 14th at 11:59 pm ET.

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A thriving, mission-driven multimedia organization, NPR produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation. The NPR audience values information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility – and our employees do too. We are innovators and leaders in diverse fields, from journalism and digital media to IT and development. Every day, our employees and member stations touch the lives of millions worldwide.

Across our organization, we’re building a workplace where collaboration is essential, diverse voices are heard, and inclusion is the key to our success. We are committed to doing the right thing in our journalism and in every role at NPR. This means that integrity, adherence to our ethical standards, and compliance with legal obligations are fundamental responsibilities for every employee at NPR.

Responsibilities

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Requirements

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Formal education in audio production (radio and/or TV broadcast, post production, live sound reinforcement, music recording, theater, ENG)
Experience with AVID Pro Tools
Solid grasp of fundamentals of audio engineering and signal flow
Professional and courteous demeanor supporting a varied and demanding client base
Strong oral and written communication skills

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Must be a current student in an accredited degree program or a recent graduate of no more than 12 months from the month of the start of the internship.

On-site: This is an on-site role based in Washington, D.C.

This is a part-time, non-exempt internship.

16hrs/week, flexible on which days a week

What We Offer

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The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salaries NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.

NPR Pay Range

$20—$20 USD

NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NPR is committed to being an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse and unique perspectives, all working toward the same goal – to create a more informed public. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, and reproductive health decisions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, gender non-conforming status, intersex status, sexual stereotypes, nationality, citizenship status, personal appearance, marital status, family status, family responsibilities, military status, veteran status, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, genetic characteristics of yourself or a family member, political views and affiliation, unemployment status, protective order status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other basis prohibited under applicable law.

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