Intern - News

Job Description

Unpaid News Intern (Summer 2024)

WKRN is now accepting News internship applications for the Summer 2024 semester. Our news department is accepting both news and producer interns, and our lifestyle show Local on 2 is also accepting interns.
Our station has revamped our unpaid news internship program to allow for the most effective, impactful 8 weeks possible. We have written a loose curriculum that will teach you how to be the strongest reporter or producer possible while also allowing you to build your reel and resume.

Internship Details:
• Each internship requires a minimum of 20 hours per week for 8 weeks
• Interns will be supervised and participate in a meaningful learning experience
• Interns are responsible for their own transportation
• Internship dates will be from June 3rd to August 2nd (with flexibility possible)

Requirements and Skills:
• All interns must be enrolled in college receiving course credit
• Knowledge of camera equipment and non-linear editing a plus
• Skilled in Broadcast and AP style writing
• Flexible in performing a variety of assignments and tasks
• Be a collaborative worker with willingness to learn

Intern duties include but not limited to:
• Assist/shadow reporters, news, and digital producers
• Answer viewer calls
• Transcribe interviews
• Research stories for on-air and online

Candidates must apply online at www.wkrn.com or www.nexstar.tv/careers. The deadline to apply is April 16th.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7ym89-18-217-6-114-42 in your application.