Unpaid News Internship
About The Position
WDAF-TV in Kansas City has an unpaid capstone project available for qualified students studying broadcast journalism, video production, and other communication degrees. Area of interest could include: News Producing, News Reporting, News Production and Digital News. Capstone Details: o Each capstone is for 16-24 hours per week for up to 12 weeks, depending on requirements for credit. (Dates are January – May 2026) o Shifts could include early mornings, days, or nights. o Capstone students will be supervised by an appropriate news manager and participate in a meaningful learning experience. o This is an unpaid capstone, and the student is not entitled to wages or any compensation or benefits for the time spent in the internship. The Student shall: o Abide by all safety rules and procedures of Company. o Exert best efforts in receiving training and cooperate with and follow the instructions of employees of Company. o Maintain strictly the confidences of Company, the customers of Company, all information or data received regarding Company, and any of its trade secrets or any other confidential business information received by the Student. Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Requirements
- Must receive capstone credit
- Possess strong communication skills
- Flexible in learning a variety of assignments and tasks
- A collaborative worker with a willingness to learn
- Priority will be given to college juniors and seniors
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
