WAVY Unpaid Newsroom Intern, Summer 2026

WAVY-TV 10/WVBT FOX43 is seeking a dynamic Newsroom Intern for Summer 2026. This unpaid, for-credit position offers experience in a newsroom, including working the assignment desk, assisting producers with newscast prep, working with editors, and collaborating with photographers and reporters in the field. The intern will gain insight into local newsroom operations and inter-departmental support within a TV station.

Must Have

• Enrolled in a college degree granting program
• Show proof of enrollment in an internship course
• Willingness to learn the inner workings of a local newsroom
• Ability to work a varying schedule Sunday through Saturday

Good to Have

• Familiarity with newswriting software
• Experience shooting video for news
• Working knowledge of video editing software

Perks & Benefits

• Unpaid position
• For-credit position

WAVY-TV 10/ WVBT FOX43 is searching for a dynamic NEWSROOM INTERN who wants to gain experience in a newsroom including, but not limited to: working the assignment desk; assisting producers with writing and prep for newscasts; working with editors to prep newscasts; working with photographers and reporters in the newsroom and in the field (to include shooting, editing and prep for the final on-air stories).

This is an UNPAID / FOR-CREDIT position for the Summer semester 2026 only.

We are looking for someone who has completed journalism courses, understands journalistic integrity, and has a passion for the field. Familiarity with newswriting software, shooting video for news, and working knowledge of video editing software preferred, but not required. Please include relevant coursework in resume/application.

The successful candidate must have a willingness to learn the inner workings of a local newsroom and how all departments in a TV station work to support each other. Before beginning, the intern \*must be\* enrolled in a college degree granting program, and \*will be required\* to show proof of enrollment in an internship course within that program.

12-15 hours per week on site. Ability to work a varying schedule Sunday through Saturday required; days and times will vary and be set in agreement with supervisor.

To be considered for this job you must apply online at:

https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar

No calls.

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