Summer 2025: Podium RVA - Podcasting and Journalism Intern 

Internship Opportunity: Podcasting and Journalism Intern 

Organization: Podium RVA 

Location: Richmond, Virginia 

About Podium RVA: 

Podium RVA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth throughout the Greater  Richmond area by helping them become confident, capable communicators. Through writing,  public speaking, and multimedia programs, we equip students with the tools they need to amplify  their voices, advocate for themselves and others, and succeed academically and professionally.  Learn more at www.podiumrva.org. 

Internship Overview: 

Podium RVA is seeking a creative and committed Podcasting and Journalism Intern to support  our student media programs. This intern will collaborate with our middle and high school  students each week to plan, record, and produce a final video publication/journalism project over  the course of the program. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Assist in designing weekly media workshop content with youth. 
  • Guide students through interviewing, storytelling, and journalism fundamentals. • Record and edit all audio/video content for the final project. 
  • Collaborate with Podium staff to ensure youth voice is centered in the final product. • Maintain consistent weekly attendance and communication. 
  • Undergo a background check prior to program start (required due to youth  involvement). 

Ideal Candidate: 

  • Skilled in video/audio editing (iMovie, Adobe Premiere, or similar tools). • Passionate about youth development and digital storytelling. 
  • Organized, reliable, and able to commit to weekly sessions. 
  • Creative and enthusiastic about elevating youth voice. 

How to Apply: 

Email your resume and a cover letter explaining (1) why you're interested in this opportunity,  and (2) how you would support the completion of the student-led journalism/video publication  project based on the description above.

Email Subject Line: Application for Podcasting and Journalism Intern Send to: charmeya@podiumrva.org 

Questions? Call or Text: 804-585-6315 

We’re excited to hear from you and potentially welcome you to the Podium RVA family!