GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM FALL '26 - WVLT

Gray Media•Knoxville, TN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Gray Media Training Program is a high-octane, 10-week immersive experience where participants don’t just learn the job; they own it. Whether crafting the lead story for the evening news, tracking a cold front on weather tech, or closing a digital ad deal, interns will be a vital part of the award-winning team from day one. The program is designed to provide real-world experience and serve as an audition for full-time roles within Gray Media's network.

Requirements

Current enrollment in college/university (preferred Junior/Senior status).
Earning a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, News, Sports, or a related field.
A "doer" mindset with initiative and a willingness to work.
Digital savvy, understanding that media happens across multiple platforms.
Strong work ethic, bringing urgency, organization, and a "can-do" attitude.
Clear and confident communication skills for storytelling, pitching ideas, or explaining forecasts.
Reliability and commitment to the full 10-week program and the 25-hour weekly schedule.
Passion for local media and community impact.
Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
Desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry.

Responsibilities

Support daily operations by assisting various departments (news, production, digital) with their crucial day-to-day tasks.
Create engaging content, including stories, social media posts, and digital updates.
Research and fact-check information to assist reporters and producers.
Learn multi-platform workflows for content from concept to broadcast, streaming, and social channels.
Assist with field assignments, potentially joining crews on location and contributing to logistics of remote broadcasts.
Collaborate and contribute fresh ideas to team meetings, offering new perspectives on storytelling and audience engagement.
Own the role of a producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments.
Drive digital engagement by creating content for social media, streaming apps, and web stories.
Work side-by-side with seasoned veterans to gain insights.
Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering a specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio.
Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies.
Position oneself at the front of the line for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network.