GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM FALL '26 - WILX
About The Position
The Gray Media Training Program at WILX (Fall '26) is an opportunity for college students to gain hands-on experience in the local media industry. WILX, an NBC affiliate in Lansing, Michigan, is seeking motivated individuals to step into roles such as producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive. Participants will create content for various platforms, collaborate with industry professionals, and dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to develop their skills and build a professional portfolio. This program is designed to provide real-world experience and serve as a fast-track for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media's extensive network.
Requirements
- Current enrollment as a college student (Junior or Senior status preferred).
- Pursuing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
- A "doer" mindset with the initiative to get hands-on experience.
- 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 the community and understanding the impact of local media.
- 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
- 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, 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 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
- Career fast-track opportunities
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Career Level
Entry Level
