WJLA Practicum (Summer 2026)
Sinclair Broadcast Group•Arlington, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
As part of our commitment to community service and educational enrichment, ABC 7/WJLA 24/7 News is offering a summer practicum program designed for graduate students interested in pursuing careers in broadcast and/or cable television. This program is available to selected participants currently enrolled in institutions of higher learning. Students will gain hands-on experience in all phases of a major-market television station's day-to-day operations, complementing their academic curriculum.
Requirements
- Current graduate student at the Medill Master's in Journalism program
- Able to receive academic credit for the internship
- Responsible, professional, and experienced with prior internships and/or work experience
- Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team or independently
- Creative self-starter with strong communication skills who can work effectively under tight deadlines
- Willingness to work mornings, nights, and/or weekends to support varying newscast hours
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Responsibilities
- Gain hands-on experience in all phases of a major-market television station's day-to-day operations.
Benefits
- great benefits
- open-door policy
- upward mobility
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