Radio Internships

Radio station internships have evolved over the years to the point that interns actually learn and become part of the team at a station. We constantly and consistently secure internships in every avenue of the radio/media industry. Our motto is quite simple: You give us your full effort and we will provide you the resources to succeed in this industry. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication and responsibility, and at Columbia we feel we have the necessary assets to put you on that path.

Simply put, internships allow a student to gain much needed experience in the Radio industry while developing networking opportunities that could last a lifetime. The bottom line is if you want to succeed in this industry, doing an internship will allow you to get one step closer to your "dream job." We tell incoming students that the most important thing to do in your quest to meet requirements is to maintain and obtain. Maintain your grades while striving to obtain as much knowledge and experience about the industry in which you are interested in. That means doing some extras. Check out the media sections of both Chicago papers, listen to as much radio as you can and don't get pigeonholed on your "favorite" station. In some cases your "favorite" station might not be the best place to obtain the hands- on experience we expect every student to get. Doing these things along with a solid GPA will allow you to get that foot in the door.

What Radio Stations are saying about our interns....

Having the encouragement and respect from the industry allows us to continue to flourish and gain key opportunities for our students. Here are a few quotes from satisfied stations!

"Columbia interns are the most well prepared students by far. It is refreshing to see so many students with the drive and talent to succeed".

Greg Murray, Production Director B-96

"Quite simply the most talented interns come from Columbia"

Alvin Washington, Chief Operating Officer ISNET

"Having tech skills is one thing, but knowing how to use them is a whole other thing. Columbia student's bring this and more to the table.

Michael LaCrosse, Program Director WZZN-FM

"The Radio Department at Columbia College has consistently provided interns who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. Many of these interns have been hired after their internships are completed."

Mary Cooke-Hall, Promotions Coordinator Radio Disney


What our Interns Have To Say:

"What an opportunity! Everything I hoped it would be! It went so well that I am now an employee at Disney "

Joe Ackerman , 2006 intern WRDZ-AM

"Interning with Sherman has given me the confidence to
succeed in this industry "

Mike Wheaton , 2007 intern Q-101