GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM FALL '26 (ENGINEERING) - WABI

Gray Media • Bangor, ME

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Think you've got what it takes to keep Maine's first television station on the air? Join WABI's 10-week paid Engineering Internship and get real, hands-on experience in broadcast RF, AV, and IT systems with a front-row seat to full-time opportunities across Gray Media's 113 stations nationwide. The Training Program: General Responsibilities: Are you ready to stop reading about broadcast technology and actually live it? Do you see a complex technical glitch and think, "Challenge accepted"? At WABI-TV, our Engineering Intern doesn't sit on the bench; you're in the game from day one. As part of Gray Media's high-octane, 10-week paid internship program, you'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with our experienced engineering team, keeping Maine's leading news station on the air. Own the role: Step into a real broadcast engineering position and take on hands-on tasks that directly support live newscasts, studio productions, and post-production operations that reach thousands of Mainers every single day Get your hands dirty (literally): Assist with the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of broadcast RF, AV, and IT systems and software from studio audio/video systems and routing to networking infrastructure and transmission equipment Support live operations: Help ensure all equipment is operating correctly before and during live event broadcasts — learning to identify, correct, and document technical problems with the appropriate sense of urgency Drive the technology forward: Support IT-based workflows, digital systems, and streaming platforms across baseband, RF, and IP-based systems. Keep us compliant: Learn FCC operational standards and broadcast compliance practices. Keep us on the air: Assist with preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, and documentation of configuration changes that keep our operation running at peak performance Build your future: Position yourself at the front of the line for full-time engineering opportunities within Gray Media's network of 113 stations across the U.S.

Requirements

• Current enrollment: You're a college Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Broadcast Technology, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• A "doer" mindset: You aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves, pick up a tool, and tackle a technical challenge head-on. You're here to work, not just watch
• Tech curiosity: You have a foundational understanding of professional audio/video equipment, computer networking, and operating systems, and a hunger to learn more
• Strong work ethic: You bring urgency, organization, a positive attitude, and a "can-do" spirit to every shift, and you work well with others across departments and disciplines
• Reliability: You're ready to commit to the full 10-week program, the 25-hour weekly schedule, and the occasional flexible hour that a live, 24/7 broadcast environment demands
• Physical readiness: Ability to perform basic physical tasks, including bending and lifting to 50 lbs; occasional work on ladders or in confined spaces may be required
• Passion for local media: You care about the community and want to see firsthand how local television technology makes a real difference every single day
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Step into a real broadcast engineering position and take on hands-on tasks that directly support live newscasts, studio productions, and post-production operations that reach thousands of Mainers every single day
• Assist with the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of broadcast RF, AV, and IT systems and software from studio audio/video systems and routing to networking infrastructure and transmission equipment
• Help ensure all equipment is operating correctly before and during live event broadcasts — learning to identify, correct, and document technical problems with the appropriate sense of urgency
• Support IT-based workflows, digital systems, and streaming platforms across baseband, RF, and IP-based systems.
• Learn FCC operational standards and broadcast compliance practices.
• Assist with preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, and documentation of configuration changes that keep our operation running at peak performance
• Position yourself at the front of the line for full-time engineering opportunities within Gray Media's network of 113 stations across the U.S.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees