GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM SUMMER '26 - KHNL
About The Position
The Gray Media Training Program at KHNL (Hawaii News Now) in Honolulu, Hawaii, offers college students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the local media industry. This 10-week program, running for Summer '26, requires a commitment of 25 hours per week. 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, requiring content creation for social media, streaming apps, and web stories. Trainees will collaborate with experienced professionals, build a professional portfolio, and contribute to community storytelling or local business growth. Successful completion can lead to full-time career opportunities within Gray Media's extensive network of 117 stations.
Requirements
- Current enrollment: You’re a college student (Junior or Senior status preferred) chasing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
- A "doer" mindset: You aren't afraid to get your hands dirty and take initiative; you’re here to work, not just watch.
- Digital savvy: You understand that media happens everywhere, from the big screen to the palm of someone’s hand.
- Strong work ethic: You bring urgency, organization, and a "can-do" attitude to every shift.
- Communication skills: You can tell a story, pitch an idea, or explain a forecast with clarity and confidence.
- Reliability: You’re ready to commit to the full 10-week program and the 25-hour weekly schedule.
- Passion for local: You care about the community and want to see how local media makes a real difference.
- Be currently enrolled in a college/university (preferred Junior/Senior)
- Strong work ethic and organizational skills
- College Student, junior or senior, earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, Business, Advertising/PR, Entertainment and Media Studios, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry
Responsibilities
- Own the role: Step into the shoes of a producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments (yes, the kind that may go on air and online).
- Drive digital engagement: Create content that lives beyond the TV screen, think social media, streaming apps, and web stories because we’re digital-first, always.
- Collaborate with pros: Work side-by-side with seasoned veterans who are the best in the business, gaining insights you won’t find in any textbook.
- Commit to the craft: Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering your specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio.
- Make an impact: Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies.
- Build your future: Position yourself at the front of the line for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network of 117 stations.
Benefits
- Paid training: Earn while you learn. This is a paid internship.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
