Intern

Fox • Philadelphia, PA

7d • $10 - $15

About The Position

Are you a storyteller at heart with a pulse on breaking news? Fox 29 Philadelphia is seeking motivated, curious, and collaborative individuals for our Newsroom Internship. This is a hands-on opportunity designed for college students ready to dive into the high-energy world of live news. You won’t just be watching from the sidelines; you’ll be working directly with award-winning journalists, producers, and digital teams to create impactful content for our broadcast, streaming, and social platforms.

Requirements

• Education: Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.
• Academic Standing: Must be a Junior or Senior with a strong academic record.
• Major: Journalism, Broadcast Communications, Media, or a related field.
• Passion for News: A demonstrated interest in broadcast journalism, streaming technology, and digital storytelling.
• Communication Skills: Excellent writing and verbal communication skills with a sharp eye for detail.
• Professionalism: Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure while working in a dead-line-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Editorial Support: Assist with daily newsroom operations, including story research, fact-checking, and pitch development.
• Content Creation: Write, edit, and publish engaging content across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.
• AI Integration: Gain hands-on experience navigating the intersection of journalism and technology by utilizing AI-driven tools by learning and implementing AI workflows that streamline production and enhance audience engagement on our 24/7 streaming services and programming.
• Production Assistance: Support producers with segment preparation, scripting, and the execution of live or recorded programming.
• Digital & Social Media : Monitor real-time trends, contribute to social media strategy, and help manage digital updates to keep our audience informed 24/7.
• Field & Studio Exposure: Assist crews and reporters in the field and observe studio production to gain a 360-degree view of how a newsroom functions.
• Collaborative Execution: Work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Mentorship: Work side-by-side with industry veterans who are committed to your professional growth.
• Portfolio Building: Opportunities to contribute to professional-grade content that reaches a wide audience.
• Hands-on Experience: Real-world exposure to the technology and editorial workflows that power a modern newsroom.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees