GRAY MEDIA SALES TRAINING PROGRAM (FALL '26) - WGGB
About The Position
The Gray Media Sales Training Program is a 10-week, hands-on, real-world experience designed to teach interns the fundamentals of media sales and help them build transferable skills. Unlike traditional internships, participants actively learn to build a business from day one, engage in real cold calls with coaching, build client presentations, support digital and broadcast sales strategies, and work alongside experienced professionals. The program aims to teach how to prospect, sell multi-platform advertising solutions, manage a pipeline, and grow revenue. Many interns transition into full-time roles upon completion.
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.
Nice To Haves
- Curious, competitive, and not afraid to try
- Want real experience, not just something to put on a résumé
- Interested in sales, marketing, or media
- 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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
