Internship Details

Title of Internship: Radio Intern – First Media Radio, LLC

Internship Description:

Handshake Job #10055960

Description: First Media Radio, LLC. 96.7 3WZ and Big Dawg 100.3, a dynamic community, small market radio station, is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Radio Intern to join our team.  This internship offers hands-on experience in production, broadcast operations, public speaking, journalism, and marketing.  Great opportunity for students interested in marketing, broadcast, journalism, or media.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Support:

  • Assist in editing audio segments, promos, and commercials using digital audio software- Adobe Audition and Audacity
  • Show Prep
  • Board Operations for broadcasts

Broadcast Assistance:

  • Support for air talent during broadcasts
  • Write, record, and produce segments as needed
  • Voice-over work
  • Conduct interviews

Marketing and Promotions:

  • Assist with creating cohesive station branding material using Canva.
  • Create/ Contribute to the station’s social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok) presence by creating and scheduling posts.
  • Writing content/collecting footage for internal advertising to promote the station to the community

Internship Requirement/Qualifications:

Qualifications: 

  • Enrolled in a program for Marketing, Journalism, Broadcast, Leadership, Business, Communications, or a related field.  Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Reliable transportation and flexibility in scheduling.

What you will gain:

  • Hands-on experience in multiple aspects of business operations.
  • Mentorship from experienced professionals.
  • Networking opportunities.
  • Experience in marketing and public speaking.

Location: Lexington
VTOP Region: Region 8
Format: In-person
Start Date: August 1, 2025
End Date: August 1, 2025
Application Deadline: August 14, 2025

First Media Radio, LLC

First Media Radio, LLC operates two radio stations based at 392 East Midland Trail, Lexington, VA 24450:

96.7 3WZ (WZWW-FM): A contemporary adult hits station known for playing a mix of today’s top hits and popular tracks from recent decades, catering to a broad adult audience.

Big Dawg 100.3 (WBDY-FM): A country music station featuring current chart-toppers, classic hits, and local programming tailored to country music fans in the region.

Together, these stations provide diverse programming, strong local presence, and advertising opportunities across Rockbridge County and surrounding areas.

iQuasar LLC, as the staffing agency for the Virginia Talent + Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP) internship program, will handle the scheduling of interviews and onboarding processes. As part of this process, interns will be placed on iQuasar LLC’s payroll.

Disclaimer: Your application packet is important to us. Any information you share while applying for this Internship position stays confidential.

An Equal Opportunity Employer:

iQuasar LLC. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital/parental/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, military service, other non-merit factors, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

E-Verify Statement:

iQuasar LLC participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees. We require the completion of an I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification form for all employees.

Point of Contact:
Megan bhagat