GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM FALL '26 - WNDU
About The Position
The Gray Media Training Program is a 10-week paid internship designed for college students (preferably Juniors or Seniors) to gain hands-on experience in local media. Participants will step into roles such as producer, MMJ, Meteorologist, or Media Sales executive, handling real-world assignments that may be broadcast or published online. The program emphasizes digital engagement, content creation for social media, streaming apps, and web stories, and collaboration with experienced media professionals. Trainees will dedicate 25 hours per week to mastering their chosen specialty and building a professional portfolio, with the potential to secure full-time career opportunities within Gray Media's network of 113 stations.
Requirements
- Current enrollment as a college student (Junior or Senior status preferred).
- Pursuing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, News, Sports, or a related field.
- A "doer" mindset with the ability to take initiative.
- Understanding that media happens across multiple platforms (digital savvy).
- Strong work ethic, bringing urgency, organization, and a "can-do" attitude.
- Clear and confident communication skills for storytelling, pitching ideas, or explaining information.
- Reliability and commitment to the full 10-week program and the 25-hour weekly schedule.
- A genuine care for the community and an interest in how local media makes a difference.
- Desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry.
Nice To Haves
- Internship opportunities may be available in Marketing, Creative Services, Sports, Weather, News Production, News MMJ, Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Step into the shoes of a producer, MMJ, Meteorologist, or Media Sales executive and handle real-world assignments.
- Create content that lives beyond the TV screen, including social media posts, streaming app content, and web stories.
- Work side-by-side with seasoned veterans to gain insights.
- Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering your specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio.
- Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies.
- Position yourself at the front of the line for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network of 113 stations.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Real-world experience
- Access to a large, innovative network of stations
- Potential fast-track to a full-time role
- Equal employment opportunities (EEO)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
