Disc Jockeys

If a career as a DJ sounds interesting, you might try to get a summer job at a radio station. Although you may not get a chance to work on air, working behind the scenes will allow you to gauge whether or not that kind of work appeals to you.

Take advantage of any opportunity you get to speak or perform before an audience. Appearing as a speaker or a performer can help you decide whether or not you have the necessary stage presence for a career on the air.

Many colleges and universities have their own radio stations and offer courses in broadcasting. Some high schools also have radio stations. Students can gain valuable experience working at these stations. Some college radio stations offer students financial assistance and on-the-job training in the form of internships and co-op work programs, as well as scholarships and fellowships.

Participate in information interviews and job-shadowing experiences with disc jockeys to learn more about the field. Ask your school counselor for help setting up these experiences.

Check out We Are Broadcasters (https://www.wearebroadcasters.com), a site from the National Association of Broadcasters that spotlights the importance of local broadcast stations and the people who work there.