WAVY Unpaid Broadcast Engineering Intern, Spring 2026

Nexstar Media Group • Portsmouth, VA

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About The Position

WAVY-TV 10/ WVBT FOX43 is searching for a dynamic BROADCAST ENGINEERING INTERN who wants to work closely with IT and engineering staff to maintain broadcast systems, identify problems, assist in resolving rapidly to maintain highest levels of transmission reliability for the station; participate in installation, testing, commissioning of new services and software: troubleshoot TVU live packs and live capabilities (ENG and SAT trucks). This is an UNPAID / FOR-CREDIT position for the Spring 2026 semester only. We are looking for someone who is studying communications, engineering, or equivalent courses, and has an interest in broadcast engineering and live broadcast technologies, and/or an interest in design, construction, and operation of complex broadcast systems. The successful candidate must have a willingness to learn the inner workings of a local newsroom and how all departments in a TV station work to support each other.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a college degree granting program.
• Must show proof of enrollment in an internship course within that program.
• Interest in broadcast engineering and live broadcast technologies.
• Interest in design, construction, and operation of complex broadcast systems.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with IT and engineering staff to maintain broadcast systems.
• Identify problems and assist in resolving them to maintain transmission reliability.
• Participate in installation, testing, and commissioning of new services and software.
• Troubleshoot TVU live packs and live capabilities (ENG and SAT trucks).

Benefits

• Unpaid internship for college credit.
• Hands-on experience in a local newsroom environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: No Education Listed