GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM FALL '26 - WIFR
About The Position
The Gray Media Training Program is a high-octane, 10-week immersive experience designed to train the next generation of media professionals, including producers, reporters, weather experts, and sales executives. Participants will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced local media environment, contributing to real-world assignments that reach thousands of people daily. This program is not a typical internship; it requires participants to actively engage in the work, from crafting news stories and tracking weather to closing digital ad deals. The program aims to provide a vital role within an award-winning team from day one, offering a pathway to potential full-time career opportunities within Gray Media's extensive network.
Requirements
- Current enrollment as a college student (Junior or Senior status preferred).
- Pursuing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, News, Sports, or a related field.
- A "doer" mindset with a willingness to take initiative and get hands-on experience.
- Understanding that media exists across multiple platforms (digital, streaming, broadcast).
- Strong work ethic, including urgency, organization, and a "can-do" attitude.
- Effective communication skills for storytelling, pitching ideas, and explaining information.
- Reliability and commitment to the full 10-week program and 25-hour weekly schedule.
- Passion for local communities and the impact of local media.
Responsibilities
- Own the role: Step into the shoes of a producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments that may go on air and online.
- Drive digital engagement: Create content for social media, streaming apps, and web stories.
- Collaborate with seasoned professionals to gain industry insights.
- Commit 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering a specialty and building a professional portfolio.
- Make an impact by telling stories that matter to the community or helping local businesses grow.
- Position yourself for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media's network.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Real-world experience
- Career fast-track opportunities
- Access to a large, innovative network
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Career Level
Intern
