About the role#
WIAT-TV in Birmingham, Alabama offers internships for students seeking a hands-on learning experience in broadcast media. This program provides exposure to the daily operations of a television station to supplement your academic curriculum. Internships are unpaid and must be completed for college credit.
What you'll do#
You will participate in a structured learning experience across various departments. Depending on your focus, you may assist with Sales and Marketing, Human Resources, News, Digital Media, Meteorology, Sports, Production, or Promotions and Graphics. You will work according to schedules that align with your university requirements, which may include mornings, evenings, or weekends.
What you'll need#
- You must be an entering junior or senior student.
- Your studies should be in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Human Resources, Media Studies, or a related field.
- You need a letter from a professor or advisor certifying your academic standing and that you will receive credit for the internship.
- You must provide a cover letter specifying your desired department, the semester you are applying for, your post-graduation career goals, and your interest in WIAT-TV.
- You should be a collaborative worker who is willing to learn and follow company safety procedures.
Location & details#
- Location: Birmingham, Alabama.
- Modality: On-site.
- Transportation: You are responsible for your own transportation.
- Terms: Rolling basis for fall, spring, and summer semesters.
About Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group is a broadcast media company founded in 1996. Based in Irving, Texas, the organization produces and distributes news, sports, and entertainment content. It operates a large group of local television stations across the United States. The company also manages national properties including The CW and NewsNation.
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