About the role#
This internship offers a look into the daily operations of a professional newsroom. You will contribute to the storytelling process for broadcast and digital platforms while gaining experience in modern journalism.
What you'll do#
- Assist in researching, writing, and producing news stories.
- Work alongside reporters, anchors, producers, and photographers in the newsroom and in the field.
- Bring fresh story ideas to the table to help shape coverage.
- Learn to shoot video and frame visuals.
- Gain exposure to control room operations and live broadcast production.
What you'll need#
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be a sophomore or higher at an accredited college or university.
- Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, or be a recent graduate.
- Pursue a degree in Journalism, Communications, or Media Studies.
- Have reliable transportation.
- Be eligible to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Nashville, Tennessee.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Work Modality: On-site at WZTV.
- Schedule: Approximately 15 hours per week for 10 weeks.
- Start Date: Between August 24th and September 14th.
- Status: This is a paid internship.
About Sinclair Inc.
Sinclair Inc. is a media company that provides local news and sports content. It operates 177 television stations across 79 markets and owns the Tennis Channel. The firm manages several multicast networks including Comet and CHARGE. Based in Cockeysville, Maryland, the company employs over 5,000 people.
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