GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM FALL '26 - WILX
About The Position
Gray Media, a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking participants for its Fall '26 Training Program at WILX in Lansing, Michigan. WILX, a highly rated NBC affiliate, is a market leader in news, digital, and social media, known for its breaking news coverage and strong emphasis on local reporting. The Lansing/Jackson area is a vibrant and stable region, offering a great quality of life with proximity to major cities and natural attractions. The training program offers participants the opportunity to step into roles such as producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive, handling real-world assignments that may be broadcast. Participants will focus on creating digital content for social media, streaming apps, and web stories, collaborating with experienced professionals, and building a professional portfolio. The program requires a 25-hour per week commitment for 10 weeks, with the goal of making an impact on the community or local businesses and positioning participants for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media's network.
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
- Earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, News, Sports, 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 113 stations.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Earn while you learn. This is a paid internship.
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Career Level
Entry Level
