GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM SUMMER '26 - KNOE

FOX Carolina News•Monroe, LA

14h•$15

About The Position

The Gray Media Training Program is a 10-week immersive experience where interns will gain hands-on experience in local media. Interns will be involved in crafting news stories, tracking weather, or closing digital ad deals, becoming a vital part of the award-winning team. KNOE is looking for interns to take their first step into the broadcasting industry, learn about the workings of a news organization, and put their knowledge and skills to the test. The program offers real-world experience, access to a large network, and a potential fast-track to full-time opportunities within Gray Media.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a college or university (Junior or Senior status preferred).
Pursuing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, News, Sports, or a related field.
A "doer" mindset with initiative and a willingness to work.
Understanding that media exists across multiple platforms (digital, social, web).
Strong work ethic, urgency, organization, and a "can-do" attitude.
Clear and confident communication skills for storytelling, pitching ideas, or explaining forecasts.
Reliability and commitment to the full 10-week program and 25-hour weekly schedule.
Passion for local media and its impact on the community.
Completed at least basic college coursework in journalism or a related major, or have equivalent professional experience.
Must maintain a safe driving record.
Computer literacy is a must.
Strong grasp of visual design, grammar, and spelling.

Nice To Haves

Interest in specific areas such as Marketing, Creative Services, Sports, Weather, News Production, News MMJ, or Engineering.

Responsibilities

Work and learn as a part-time, paid journalist in the newsroom.
Gain first-hand experience with digital and streaming media, reporting, editing, and writing.
Shoot and edit video.
Develop and carry out story ideas.
Write digital content.
Produce video for streaming and broadcast content.
Create content for social media, streaming apps, and web stories.
Collaborate with seasoned professionals in the field.
Commit 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering a specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio.
Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies.
Position yourself for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network.