About the role#
As a Newsroom Intern at KCRA/KQCA TV, you will gain hands-on experience in how a television station functions and the role it plays in the community. You will shadow and work across multiple departments including the Assignment Desk, TV News Production, Digital News Production, Sports, and Weather. This internship provides exposure to how news is gathered and distributed across broadcast and digital platforms.
What you'll do#
- Assist team members in gathering news and information.
- Practice writing and formatting scripts for broadcast.
- Help research and write content for digital platforms, including the website and app.
- Monitor national sports feeds and accounts for breaking sports news.
- Log sports events, research statistics, and write scripts for daily sportscasts.
- Analyze weather charts and models to assist meteorologists with forecasts and graphics.
- Shadow reporters and photographers in the field during live reports.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a program related to Communications, Journalism, or Media Studies.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- A demonstrated interest in journalism and media production.
- Familiarity with social media platforms.
- A basic understanding of news production processes.
Location & details#
- Location: Sacramento, California.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship at $20.00 per hour.
About Hearst Television
Hearst Television operates 35 television stations and two radio stations across the United States. Based in New York, the company reaches 21 million households and maintains web and mobile platforms with 25 million monthly unique visitors. It functions as a privately held organization with over 4,000 employees. The company focuses on news, sales, marketing, engineering, and production.
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