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Paid News Intern

  • Internship
    Part-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Media & Journalism
  • Rochester
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be professional, show excellence, work in business attire, collaborate well, possess strong writing and communication skills, be at least 17 years old, live or attend school in New York, have your own transportation, and be flexible with hours.
  • You will experience firsthand how a TV station operates, spending time in departments such as News Ops, Production, Digital Ops, and more. Gain valuable insight into the world of media with a paid news internship.

Requirements

  • The ideal candidates MUST demonstrate professionalism and strive to reach the highest standard of excellence. Interns are required to work a specified schedule and work in business attire. They must also possess a strong collaborative spirit and understand the vision and creativity necessary to put on a newscast. The ideal candidate should have strong comprehensive writing and communication skills. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age. Residents of New York State and/or attending school in New York. Must have own transportation and flexibility in hours scheduled.

Responsibilities

  • This program allows the ideal candidates the opportunity to experience firsthand how a television station operates. Candidates will spend time in key departments within the television station, such as News Operations, Production/Creative Services, Digital Operations, Technical/Engineering, among other things.

FAQs

What is the job title for the internship opportunity?

The job title for the internship opportunity is Paid News Intern.

Where is this internship located?

The internship is located at WROC-TV and Rochesterfirst.com in Rochester, New York.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, this internship is a paid position.

Who can apply for this internship?

The internship is available for undergraduate students.

What organization is providing the internship?

The New York State Broadcasters Association is providing the internship opportunity.

How many hours do interns typically work for this position?

The internship is a part-time position, but specific hours may vary.

What skills or experiences are required for this internship?

The job description does not specify required skills or experiences, but a background or interest in news and broadcasting may be beneficial for applicants.

How can I apply for the Paid News Intern position?

Application details are not provided in the job description; please check with WROC-TV or their website for application instructions.

What are the main responsibilities of the Paid News Intern?

The job description does not specify the main responsibilities, but interns typically assist with various tasks related to news gathering and reporting.

What is the duration of the internship?

The job description does not provide specific details about the duration of the internship. You may need to inquire further for that information.

A leading local media company with national reach

Entertainment & Media
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1996
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 300,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national cable news network, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.