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News Intern

Sinclair Broadcast Group
Posted 5 months ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Mishawaka, IN 46546, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Part Time

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  • WSBT is offering an internship opportunity for individuals planning to pursue a career in news, requiring candidates to be enrolled in an accredited college or university and eligible for college credit.
  • Interns will work approximately 15 hours a week for 10 weeks, gaining hands-on experience in news reporting, journalism, and exposure to newsroom operations.
  • Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have reliable transportation, and be able to work from the Mishawaka, IN location.
  • The internship provides training in various aspects of news production, including segment production and camera operation, while also offering networking opportunities with industry professionals.
  • This position is unpaid, and candidates will receive Credit Verification forms to ensure they can earn college credit for their internship.
WSBT has a great opportunity for you! We are looking for interns. Qualified candidates should be planning and preparing for a job in news. Credit Verification forms will be provided.

What to Expect:

  • No day is the same. If you excel in an active, fast-moving environment and have the drive to learn the many different areas of News production, this position is perfect for you
  • You will work with reporters, anchors, producers, editors, and photographers, in-house and out in the field
  • You will receive training on various topics including how to produce a news segment from the control room, how to research and pitch a great story, how to operate camera equipment, what shots matter, and more

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Must be attending an accredited college or university and eligible to receive college credit to participate in this internship; Credit Verification forms will be provided. 
  • Willing to work approximately 15 hours a week for 10 weeks;**There may be a variety in hours due to our news programming schedules**
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must have reliable transportation and be able to work from our Mishawaka, IN location

What You'll Gain:

  • Hands-on experience in news reporting and journalism
  • Exposure to the inner workings of a newsroom
  • Networking opportunities with seasoned professionals in the industry
  • Portfolio building with published work
  • Mentoring and guidance from experienced journalists

Join us and get the most out of your internship experience!

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

 
About Us    
 

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net. 


 
About the Team
 
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.



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