Sports Journalism Intern (In-Person) Fall 2026

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Mobile, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This internship offers a hands-on learning experience in sports journalism, focusing on multi-platform content distribution of high school sports and assisting in the production of a live, daily, nationally-syndicated sports talk television show, “Southeast Sports+”. Interns will gain practical skills by booking guests, editing video, screening callers, gathering information, and supporting the producer and hosts. The program is designed for students to learn from experienced professionals in a supportive environment, with opportunities to build a professional network and create portfolio-worthy work samples. The community also offers recreational activities and attractions.

Requirements

• Must be a student aspiring to careers in sports journalism, sports marketing, or digital content.
• Majoring in sports journalism, news journalism, social media content & management, communication arts, digital marketing, or similar fields.
• Very strong writing skills (digital and script-writing).
• Highly organized.
• Highly self-motivated.
• Zero call reluctance and/or approach anxiety.
• Basic working understanding of AP style & standards for text articles and broadcast scripts.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work with flexibility.
• Knowledge of a timeline-based video editing software program (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro).
• Ability to capture video, natural sound, and interviews on a phone or camera.

Nice To Haves

• Students who must earn academic credit to participate will receive priority consideration.

Responsibilities

• Participate in coverage of prep athletics.
• Participate in multi-platform distribution of content about high school sports.
• Participate in the production of a live, daily, nationally-syndicated sports talk television show, “Southeast Sports+”.
• Assist with booking guests.
• Assist with editing video.
• Assist with screening callers.
• Assist with gathering information.
• Assist the producer and hosts with other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Internship experience could significantly strengthen you as a candidate for full-time positions upon graduation.
• Opportunity to work with knowledgeable, friendly, generous teammates.
• Participate with a diverse cohort of students from universities across the USA and around the world.
• Develop contacts in the industry to facilitate mentoring and career connections.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed