Internship Program 

Thank you for your interest in SummitMedia Louisville’s Internship Program. This program is designed to give first-hand, real-life experience in the media industry with a focus on radio/broadcast, advertising, and digital media careers. Internships enhance classroom learning through practical, career-related work experience. Interns will have the opportunity to observe and gain hands-on experience in all areas of radio broadcasting including promotions & events, programming, production, and sales & digital marketing.

Please read and review this information carefully before submitting this assessment. 

How the SummitMedia Internship Program works and next steps to be considered:

- Actively enrolled Student must apply to the Talent Bank (on website). Included with the application will be the SummitMedia Internship assessment, which must be completed to be considered for the 2025 Summer Internship Program.

- Interviews and selection process will begin approximately 4-6 weeks prior to the term. *Summer Term application process is first-come, first-serve and the deadline for consideration is no later than May 31^st. SummitMedia’s Internship Selection Committee will evaluate all applicants – interviews are not guaranteed.

- Student must provide school internship requirements at the beginning of the program.

- Student’s behavior, attendance, and attitude will be reviewed with all department leaders. All evaluations will be discussed with the student and shared with school officials.

- To gain college credit, an official letter from the college or university is required with the application process.

Internship Term Availability: Summer Term is approximately 6-8 weeks, typically held between May-August, start and end date vary. Internships may also be offered throughout the academic year.

Internship Areas of Focus: During the Internship Program, students will be exposed and receive training on the following items listed, but not limited to:

- Marketing/Promotions/Events – assist the promotions department with tasks related to planning, scheduling, and preparing for station & community events. Gain experience in radio contesting/promotions, social media/engagement, and marketing. May include on-site event experience.  

- Advertising Sales – work with the sales department on all aspects of the client prospecting and consulting process from initial call, appointment & presentation, negotiation, and closing process.

- Programming – gain knowledge and exposure to the “on-air” related careers of the radio business. Learn about daily station and programming operations such as scheduling music/imaging, following music trends & reporting, and the various aspects of being an on-air radio show host

- Production – collaborate with the Production Director to learn various components of producing commercials including recording, voice-over, and editing. 

During this internship, students will become familiarized with the daily demands of a highly engaged and demanding multi-media company. Students will work in a dynamic team environment with opportunities to practice & exhibit professional behaviors and skills in areas listed, but not limited to:

- Effective written and verbal skills

- Attention to detail and organization

- Assisting multiple projects and tasks simultaneously

- Mastering time management and prioritization

- Maneuvering through a fast-paced organization

- Being proactive and goal-oriented

- Exhibiting problem-solving, analytical and creative thinking skills

- Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

- Working cooperatively in a team environment

About SummitMedia Louisville: 

SummitMedia, LLC is an integrated broadcasting, digital media, direct marketing, and events company focused on compelling local brands, powerful personalities, and meaningful marketing solutions. We are headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama and are proud to operate forty-five radio stations across nine different cities in the United States. SummitMedia, LLC is a leading marketing and advertising solutions company, and our goal is to connect brands with target audiences nationwide through customized advertising campaigns that drive results. 

SummitMedia Louisville is located on 4^th Street downtown Louisville, KY where we operate four radio stations: WVEZ 106.9 The Mix (Hot AC), WSFR 107.7 (Classic Rock), WQNU Q103.1 (New Country), WRKA 103.9 The Groove (Urban AC).

It is the policy of SummitMedia LLC to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, or sex.