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Intern - Radio Station

Nexstar

Chicago, IL 02-27-2026
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  • Paid
  • Internship
  • Entry (0-2 years) Experience
Job Description
The Intern (NE) will work with the Supervising Producer to gain hands on experience and knowledge in an eclectic blend of areas within a radio station including, but not limited to, the sales department, imaging department, programming department, news department and marketing department.
Pay Range: $16.60-$19 per hour
Benefits: Our benefits package for part-time non-union employees includes a 401(k) with company matching contributions, and any leave/sick options required per state.
• Assists in writing and production of radio broadcasts.
• Contributes to the editorial process and make solid decisions in breaking news situations.
• Writes, produces, and edits material that appeals to target audiences.
• Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other information sources.
• Presents news stories and other content for all platforms for newscasts.
• Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating news programming and other content.
• Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.

Requirements & Skills:
• Curiosity and the willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Understand brand building directives.
• Interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, digital and engineering staff.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills.
• Ability to develop strong news judgment.
• Possess journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations.
• Ability to meet quality standards for service & evaluate customer satisfaction.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-ve7p9m-216-73-216-23-42 in your application.

Salary Details
Salary Range: $16.60 to $19.00 Per Hour ($ USD)
Company Profile
Nexstar

Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 196 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation.