About the role#
The Telemundo 44 DC News Internship offers students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the daily operations of a news station. This is a paid, full-time, on-site program running from June 7 to August 13, 2027. You will work 40 hours per week in Washington, DC, supporting editorial, digital, and community affairs teams.
What you'll do#
- Participate in the daily editorial process, including planning, researching, newsgathering, logging, writing, and editing.
- Shadow producers, assignment editors, and digital editors to learn the technical aspects of news production.
- Pitch, report, and write news and feature stories.
- Shoot and edit video packages for social media in collaboration with digital staff and reporters.
- Cut video from linear broadcasts for websites, apps, and social media platforms.
- Assist with the assignment desk and research viewer tips.
- Participate in studio anchor sessions.
- Identify opportunities for graphics and data visualization.
- Support community outreach by planning meetings and receptions for 50 to 100 people.
- Write solution-focused articles for station websites and refresh partner and influencer lists.
- Assist with the planning and setup of live shots in the community.
What you'll need#
- You must be actively enrolled in an accredited degree-granting program for the duration of the internship.
- Current class standing of sophomore or above (minimum 30 credits) is required; juniors or above are preferred.
- You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Pursuing a degree in Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Digital/New Media Studies, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Production, English, Social Media, or Research.
- You must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to multitask.
- Previous internship experience in a corporate setting.
- Proficiency in Spanish and English (written and verbal) is preferred.
- Experience with social media platforms, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, and SEO tools like Google Trends is a plus.
- Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Commitment: 40 hours per week from June 7 to August 13, 2027.
- Compensation: $19.00 per hour.
About NBCUniversal
NBCUniversal operates as a media and entertainment company based in New York City. It produces film, television, and streaming content through studios like Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation. The company manages various brands including NBC, Telemundo, and Peacock. It also runs theme parks and experiences globally as part of Universal Destinations and Experiences. NBCUniversal functions as a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation and employs over 10,000 people.
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