Cbc Journalism Internships - Fall 2023

CBC Journalism Internships – FALL 2023
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE DOCUMENT CAREFULLY.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered.
Congratulations on being recommended by your university or college to apply for a CBC internship. CBC is proud of its internship program and the many talented students who spend time with us every year.
Do NOT proceed unless you have been recommended for an internship! We will only consider your application if you have been recommended by the journalism coordinator at your university or college.
We are currently accepting applications for our FALL 2023 session:
Monday, September 18 – Friday, October 27, 2023
The DEADLINE for submitting your application is Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 11:59 pm ET.
CBC INTERNSHIPS AND YOUR SAFETY
IN-PERSON INTERNSHIPS

• We will provide you with information about safety procedures and requirements that apply to all employees. We will be in touch if conditions or policies change.
• As we long for normalcy, we are aware that the pandemic has thrown many curve balls our way and we must be prepared for them.
• Some CBC departments are returning to work in person full-time. Others are adopting a “hybrid” in-person/remote arrangement. Interns will be expected to parallel the arrangement of where they are working.
• All interns must be available to report for work in-person.
• In other words, we are not offering remote virtual internships unless specifically agreed.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

• Background checks will be done on all students who are offered a CBC internship.
• As part of its recruitment process, CBC/Radio-Canada requires that background checks are conducted for all employees, including interns.
• CBC’s Talent Acquisition department, along with our partner Mintz Global Screening, will connect with the successful candidates in due course.
• There is no charge to you or your school for these background checks.

VACCINATIONS
CBC has suspended its mandatory vaccination measure. If needed, adjustments based on the latest public health advice and medical consultations will be implemented.
Cbc Internship Requirements

• Internships are unpaid. Interns are responsible for accommodation and travel.
• You must not have already interned in an editorial role at CBC Toronto.
• Most shifts run Monday through Friday; some Thursday through Sunday and Friday through Monday working extended shifts. Some shifts begin early in the morning or in late afternoon/evening.
• Interns must be able to work legally in Canada for the duration of the program.
• You must have been recommended by your journalism school’s coordinator.
• You must be in—or about to enter—your final year of study at the time of the internship.
• We cannot accommodate non-consecutive schedules or individual requests outside of our six-week FULL TIME model.
• It is mandatory to be available to spend six consecutive weeks on a FULL TIME basis at CBC.

EMPLOYMENT AND STUDIES DURING YOUR INTERNSHIP

• Full time means not trying to juggle studies and/or employment while undertaking an internship. Freelance work is permissible in certain cases.
• If you have any questions about employment or studies that will take place during your internship, please indicate them in your application and send us an email too. See contact info below.
• We are sensitive about the importance of income derived from part-time jobs.

POSSIBLE INTERNSHIP PLACEMENTS
See here for a list of shows / departments / areas which welcome interns:
https://bit.ly/InternshipPlacements
Not all placements are available in each internship session.
IMPORTANT: Although proficiency in technical skills is essential to the work of journalists, this is NOT a technical internship. This is an EDITORIAL internship which is not appropriate for people who are interested in careers in directing, switching, lighting, editing and camera work.
How To Apply

• If you do not have an account on the CBC Jobs website, you will be prompted to create one.
• You may choose to create a 'profile' for yourself; however a profile is NOT an application. You must then proceed to apply for an internship.
• In the "Attach Files" section, attach a SINGLE WORD DOCUMENT which must include your name: e.g. Martin, Sarah.docx
• In the "Upload Resume" section, select: "I do not want to upload a resume." Save and continue.
• Click 'Apply Online' at the top of this page.

Your single Word file should include all of the following:

• Cover letter (max. 2 pages, double-spaced)
• References (3): Name, title, phone number, email. You are not required to submit letters of reference. If you would like to, then paste them into the single Word document. If letters of reference are only available as pdfs, you may upload them as separate files. Maximum 2 letters. These letters of reference may be from the same people you have used as references.
• Resume (max. 2 pages)
• You MUST specify at least three places where you would like to intern. Avoid saying, "I am happy to be assigned anywhere and do anything." It is admirable to be flexible but that does not tell us anything about your interests.
• Tell us about yourself, your accomplishments (both within journalism and within your community) and what makes you special. Tell us why you want a CBC journalism internship.

PORTFOLIO INSTRUCTIONS
Submit ONE Link For Each Of The Following

• Online writing (text-based)

• One video clip (under 5 minutes). Include the title of the clip along with the direct link to it.
• Online multimedia – Primarily non text-based (e.g. interactive, audio slideshow, data visualization, mapping etc.)
• One audio clip (under 5 minutes). Include the title of the clip along with the direct link to it.

Important Notes About Your Portfolio

• You must itemize exactly which clips you want us to screen. DO NOT simply link to your website and make us choose for multiple links.

• We also want to see and hear your field production work, reporting skills and your ability to tell a story. (Hint: Streeters generally do not tell a story.)
• If your audio or video clips are contained within a longer report, include start and end time code. If you do not, only five minutes will be reviewed per clip.
• Ensure links are working and remain valid until at least October 2023.
• Group projects are acceptable; however you MUST clearly describe your own contribution.
• Content must be hosted on a personal or public website. Do NOT upload media files, PDFs or JPEGs.
• If you upload to YouTube, your videos should be "PUBLIC" or "UNLISTED". They must NOT be "PRIVATE." Similarly for other upload sites.
• Clips must NOT be password-protected. Registration must NOT be required to view them. If we are unable to review your portfolio, we cannot consider your application. (Hint: Send links to a friend who does not go to your educational institution to ensure they can be opened.)
• We want to see variety and breadth within your portfolio. Your clips should not be on the same topic unless they have a different focus.
• NOTEZ BIEN : If you are submitting a portfolio in French, at least one written piece must be in English. As well, at least one audio or one video piece must be in English or must be captioned in English or be accompanied by a transcript in English.
• If your pieces are on your personal website, you MUST indicate which specific clips should be considered. If you make us guess, your clips won't be screened and your application will not be considered.
• Interns do not anchor or read the news during their internship so do NOT submit samples of you anchoring for news reading.
• We understand that you may not have samples for all the above. Submit what you have but no more than one sample for each. E.g. one video clip ONLY.
• Include the title of each audio and video clip along with the direct link to it.

IF YOU CHANGE YOUR MIND, DON’T KEEP US GUESSING

• Do not keep us guessing.
• If you accept a CBC internship but change your mind, please notify us. Again, do not keep us guessing.
• If your school has nominated you but you decide NOT to submit an application, notify us.

YOUR DEADLINE
The DEADLINE for submitting your application is Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 11:59 pm ET. Begin your application early. There will be no extensions.

• All candidates will be notified about the status of their application at that time. However, due to the number of applications, please note we are unable to provide feedback if you are not selected for an interview.
• Interviews will take place in May 2023.
• You will be notified in May 2023 whether you have been selected for an interview

If You Have Further Questions, Please Contact
Ashley York - Assistant, CBC News
Mark Mietkiewicz - Senior Manager, CBC News
Thank you for your interest, time and effort. We look forward to reviewing your application package!
Please note the CBC is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population we serve. In support of ensuring a diverse and inclusive workforce, we encourage candidates who belong to an employment equity group to self-identify in their application. Employment equity groups include (but are not limited to): Women, Indigenous persons, visible minorities and persons with disability.
Job Family
Programming (TV-Radio-Web)
Primary Location
Toronto
Position Language Requirement
English Only
Language Skill Level (Reading)
Language Skill Level (Writing)
Language Skill Level (Speaking)
Status of Employment
Temporary
Work schedule(s)
Full-time
Job Posting Date
Apr 21, 2023, 1:16:48 PM
Unposting Date
May 1, 2023, 1:59:00 AM