CBC Internships

CBC News is at the forefront of local digital and broadcast journalism in Montreal. At CBC Montreal, we gather, produce and broadcast news in Quebec for CBC Radio,CBC Television and CBC.CA/Montreal.

We are currently seeking two interns: One for the Fall 2023 session, and one for the Winter 2024 session.

Internships Goals

Each intern will be given the opportunity to gain practical experience at CBC News in Montreal.

Specifically, each intern will work as a junior member of the CBC News desk team and will learn to gather information, fact check, pitch stories, and take part in the broadcast production of stories. The internship will be in person.

Internship Application Process

  • CV
  •  Letter of intent 
  • Two written samples of your work
  • One audio or visual sample of your work.

Application Deadline for both dates: August 11, 2023 at 5pm

There is also an interview at CBC as part of the process.

Requirements

• 160 hours of for credit service. Approximately 16 hours per week for 10 weeks in CBC News Montreal.This amounts to 3 credits at Concordia.

• This internship is offered under the Jour 450: Journalism Practicum course, for a total of three credits. Students must obtain departmental approval to enrol in this program.

• Note – Students undertaking these internships are not excused from classes or other courses

Candidate Selection Criteria

• Third year Journalism student

• Curious and critical thinker

• Passionate about journalism

• Strong work ethic: meeting deadlines, attention to detail, dedication, initiative, team player

• Strong writing and broadcasting skills

• Excellent digital skills

• Bilingual, English and French.

Please email applications to nathalie.walther@cbc.ca, Manager Administration, Staffing and Development at CBC Quebec