News 9 Spring Sales Intern

Griffin Media • Oklahoma City, OK

12d • Onsite

About The Position

News 9 is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Sales Intern to join its sales team. The internship provides hands-on experience in media sales and client relations, with opportunities to learn about the media industry and support sales operations. This is an unpaid internship for college credit, available during the spring semester. The schedule is flexible, but the intern must meet their school’s required hours for credit.

Requirements

• GPA of 2.75 or above.
• At least 60 completed credit hours toward a degree.
• Upload a copy of an official transcript with the application.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrate humility, a team-first attitude, and the ability to give and receive constructive criticism.
• Demonstrate initiative, a strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• Demonstrate interpersonal awareness, a positive attitude, and a sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team in developing and executing strategies to attract new clients.
• Conduct market research and analyze industry trends to identify potential advertising opportunities.
• Support account executives with client proposals, presentations, and reports.
• Maintain accurate, updated client databases and sales records.
• Help schedule and coordinate meetings with clients and internal teams.
• Observe and participate in sales calls and client meetings.
• Provide administrative support, including data entry, report preparation, and file organization.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED