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Jobs at KCUR

Learn more about jobs and internships at KCUR 89.3 and 91.9 Classical KC.
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Open Positions

Kansas Politics and Government Reporter

How do the decisions made in government affect Kansas City — and how can residents help shape the systems that govern their lives?

KCUR 89.3 is seeking an ambitious reporter to help our community understand government decisions and processes, how power is being used, and how to navigate policy and influence change.

In this role, you will focus on Johnson and Wyandotte counties in Kansas, and work with the Kansas News Service, a reporting collaboration of public media stations throughout Kansas.

Click here to learn more and apply.

Audience Engagement Strategist (Part-Time)

KCUR 89.3 is looking for an audience-focused journalist to help produce newsletters and manage our newsroom’s social media accounts. This part-time position is up to 30 hours a week.

As an audience engagement strategist, you will be key to KCUR’s growth and connection to Kansas City communities. You must be a team player with sharp news judgment, an adherence to journalistic ethics, a curiosity and excitement about fostering community, and a knack for collaboration in a friendly and often fast-paced environment.

Click here to learn more and apply.

Volunteer and Events Coordinator

KCUR 89.3 and 91.9 Classical KC is seeking an outgoing, creative connector to cultivate, engage, recruit, and train a diverse group of community volunteers, supporters, and influencers to support our work.

This person will also support fundraising, membership, content, community engagement and staff events. They will also work directly with the Manager of Live Events on internal and external committees for initiatives such as Generation Listen and RadioActive.

Click here to learn more and apply.

Internships

Four interns in the Up To Date talk show studio around a microphone.
Spring 2024 interns Lauren Textor (Up To Date), David McKeel (KCUR Studios), Laura Fotovich (Classical KC), and Isabella Luu (News).

KCUR's internships are designed to prepare college students, recent graduates and other qualified candidates for careers in public media.

Application Deadlines

  • Summer program: Mid- to late February
  • Fall/Winter/Spring program: Early July

Learn more about internships at KCUR.

Freelance with KCUR

KCUR 89.3 welcomes contributions from freelance journalists, and regularly contracts with freelance audio producers. Our freelance rates vary depending on the complexity of the project and the experience level of the freelancer.

Learn more about current freelance opportunities.

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KCUR and the University of Missouri are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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