News Intern
About The Position
WSBT is seeking interns who are planning and preparing for a career in news. The internship offers hands-on exposure to different areas of news production in an active, fast-moving environment. Interns work with reporters, anchors, producers, editors, and photographers, both in-house and in the field. Training includes producing a news segment from the control room, researching and pitching stories, and operating camera equipment and identifying important shots. The internship is approximately 15 hours per week for 10 weeks, with possible variation in hours due to news programming schedules. It is based at WSBT’s Mishawaka, Indiana location, and class credit verification forms will be provided.
Requirements
- Must be attending an accredited college or university and eligible to receive college credit to participate in the internship.
- Must be willing to work approximately 15 hours per week for 10 weeks; hours may vary due to news programming schedules.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to work from the Mishawaka, Indiana location.
Responsibilities
- Work with reporters, anchors, producers, editors, and photographers in-house and in the field.
- Learn to produce a news segment from the control room.
- Research and pitch story ideas.
- Learn to operate camera equipment and identify important shots.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in news reporting and journalism.
- Exposure to the inner workings of a newsroom.
- Networking opportunities with seasoned professionals in the industry.
- Portfolio building with published work.
- Mentoring and guidance from experienced journalists.
- Great benefits, an open-door policy, and upward mobility.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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