Spring Unpaid Internship - Engineering

Nexstar Media Group • Baton Rouge, LA

90d

About The Position

Louisiana First News in Baton Rouge is seeking a motivated college student to join our Engineering Department for an internship at FOX 44, NBC 33, CW 21, and ZTV. This is a valuable opportunity to gain real-world experience in the technical side of broadcast television—from maintaining equipment to supporting live production environments.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a college or university program (junior, senior, or graduate level preferred)
• Majoring in Engineering, Broadcast Technology, Electronics, Computer Science, or related field
• Interest in broadcast systems, electronics, or IT
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Must be able to receive academic credit for the internship
• Dependable transportation and flexible availability

Responsibilities

• Basics of broadcast signal flow and studio operations
• Hands-on experience with audio/video routing, control systems, and IT infrastructure
• Preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of station wide equipment
• How technical teams support daily newscasts and special broadcasts
• Safety and compliance procedures in a professional broadcast facility

Benefits

• Gain real-world experience in the technical side of broadcast television
• Exposure to both traditional and modern broadcast technology in a live television environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: No Education Listed