GRAY MEDIA SALES TRAINING PROGRAM (FALL '2026) - KXII
About The Position
The Sales Training Program at Gray Media, specifically for KXII in Fall 2026, is a 10-week, hands-on, real-world experience designed to teach interns the fundamentals of media sales. Unlike traditional internships, participants actively learn to build a business from day one, prospect for new opportunities, practice cold calls with coaching, build client presentations, support digital and broadcast sales strategies, and work alongside experienced Media Executives and Sales Leaders. The program includes weekly training sessions focused on accelerating growth in areas such as client communication, multi-platform advertising sales (TV + Digital), pitch development, pipeline management, and revenue growth. This program is ideal for curious, competitive individuals interested in sales, marketing, or media who seek practical experience that translates to any industry.
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
- 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
- Opportunities available across Gray Media markets nationwide
- Equal employment opportunities (EEO)
- Compliance with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment
- Prohibition of workplace harassment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
