WTVD ABC11 News Intern, Spring 2027
About The Position
WTVD ABC11 News is seeking interns for Spring 2027 to join their multiplatform newsroom. This internship is designed for students who want to understand the process of news production from start to finish and gain hands-on experience in a competitive media landscape. Interns will work directly with anchors and digital producers, contributing to real-time coverage across all platforms, producing stories, creating original content, and engaging with the audience on social media. This is an ideal opportunity for students interested in broadcast journalism, digital media, multimedia storytelling, or on-air talent development.
Requirements
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience using non-linear editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, and/or Final Cut Pro.
- Proficiency with Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or similar graphic design software.
- Experience capturing photo and/or video content using DSLR or comparable camera equipment.
- Experience in journalism (print, digital, and/or broadcast) and/or television, news, or new media production.
- Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Possess unrestricted work authorization.
- Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship.
- Fully available from January 2027 through June 2027.
- Willing to work 18 hours a week during a Monday through Sunday schedule (hours and days to be determined by supervisor, and could include nights, weekends, and holidays).
- Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Raleigh/Durham NC area.
- Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work in the Raleigh/Durham NC area.
- A portfolio/reel review is required for this position. Include a link to your portfolio on your résumé.
Nice To Haves
- Undergraduate students in their junior or senior year preferred.
- Major or previous coursework in Broadcast Journalism, Digital Media, Communications, Multimedia Journalism, or related field.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to real-time coverage across all platforms.
- Gain hands-on experience in a newsroom environment.
- Work directly alongside anchors and digital producers.
- Assist in producing stories.
- Create original content.
- Engage with the audience on social networks.
Benefits
- The pay rate for this role in North Carolina is $20.00 per hour.
- Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
