Sports Intern - Fall/Winter

2060 Digital • Saint Paul, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Works in the sports department as assigned, learning first-hand the operation of the newsroom and gaining valuable hands-on experience under the direct supervision of sports staff. Activities to include any regular functions of the newsroom, including but not limited to writing, producing, reporting, photojournalism, and operations in the day-to-day newsgathering performed by members of the sports and news department staffs. Assigned practical work in supporting working journalists, including researching, writing, and editing material to be reviewed and potentially incorporated in the newsgathering processes of the sports department. Is knowledgeable about local, national, and world sports news. Is informed about issues and concerns of the station's audience. Other duties as may be assigned, in keeping with the spirit of providing practical experience to the student who will, in turn, document the internship as may be required by their educational institution. The intern will participate in first-hand newsgathering using broadcast cameras and equipment, with opportunities to produce broadcast-worthy content for personal reel and contribute digital stories to KSTP.com.

Requirements

• Full-time student pursuing a college degree with a major in journalism, mass communications or related field in an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Recommendation of the academic advisor of the student.
• Ability to read, write and speak English well with good communications skills.
• Good news judgment and understanding of daily sports news content.
• Able to work well in a high-pressure environment, often under tight deadlines.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and managing time-sensitive material in real-time.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Proficient with computers and web-based skills in research.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite.

Responsibilities

• Support working journalists by researching, writing, and editing material.
• Participate in newsgathering using broadcast cameras and equipment.
• Produce broadcast-worthy content for personal reel.
• Contribute digital stories to KSTP.com.
• Perform regular functions of the newsroom, including writing, producing, reporting, and photojournalism.
• Engage in day-to-day newsgathering within the sports and news departments.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern