Intern/News

Internships are available for qualified students studying broadcast journalism, video production, and other communication degrees. Several departments may choose to accept interns, including but not necessarily limited to: News, Creative Services, Production, and Community Development. 

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Internships are available for qualified students studying production or a field related to television production. Interns must receive course credit.

THIS IS AN UNPAID, SUPERVISED INTERNSHIP.

Requirements and skills:

Interns must receive college course credit.

Possess strong communication skills.
Willingness to learn.

Exposure to composing frames and camera shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings, studio camera operation, graphics, sound, and all aspects of working with directors and crewmembers through live newscasts.

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Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com).  Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at [email protected].

• Each internship is for 16 hours per week for 15 weeks
• Will be well supervised and participate in a meaningful learning experience
• Upon completion of the internship, the student will be evaluated through a written review by the internship supervisor
• Must be senior in their last year of concentrated study
• Be of advanced skill level due to complexity of projects
• Expected to work two eight hour shifts per week
• A collaborative worker with a willingness to learn
• Previous internship experience a plus