GRAY MEDIA SALES TRAINING PROGRAM SUMMER '26 - WSAW
About The Position
The Gray Media Sales Training Program is a 12-week, hands-on, real-world experience designed to teach interns the fundamentals of media sales and help them build skills applicable to any career. Unlike traditional internships, participants actively engage in building a business from day one, learning to prospect, make cold calls, build client presentations, support sales strategies, and work alongside experienced media professionals. The program focuses on developing confidence in client conversations, selling multi-platform advertising solutions, building winning pitches, and managing a pipeline to grow revenue. This internship is ideal for curious, competitive individuals seeking practical experience in sales, marketing, or media, with a strong desire to learn skills that translate across industries. Many interns transition into full-time roles and are well-prepared to succeed.
Requirements
- Be currently enrolled in a college/university, preferably in your senior year.
- Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
- College student, seniors preferred, earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, Sales, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry.
- Must have a goal to work in broadcast television.
Nice To Haves
- You’re curious, competitive, and not afraid to try
- You want real experience, not just something to put on a résumé
- You’re interested in sales, marketing, or media
- You’re ready to learn skills that translate to any industry
Responsibilities
- Learn how to prospect and identify new business opportunities
- Practice real cold calls (with coaching—not guesswork)
- Build client presentations and proposals
- Support digital and broadcast sales strategies
- Work alongside experienced Media Executives and Sales Leaders
- Participate in weekly training designed to accelerate your growth
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Flexible hours (part-time, designed for students)
- Opportunities available across Gray Media markets nationwide
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
