About the role#
NewsNation is offering a paid internship for the Fall 2026 term. This program provides undergraduate and graduate students with hands-on experience at a national cable news network. Interns will work within specific programs, bureaus, or production teams to support editorial newsgathering and production efforts. The program includes workshops and training sessions focused on the editorial, business, and technological operations of a 24-hour news organization.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research for news segments.
- Pitch original story ideas.
- Identify and contact prospective guests.
- Source video content from social media platforms.
- Perform desktop video editing.
- Create graphics and write scripts.
- Shadow professionals in various editorial roles.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program, preferably in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or Public Health.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong self-motivation and the ability to manage tasks independently.
- Openness to receiving feedback and constructive criticism.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026 (September 8 through December 4).
- Compensation: $16.60 per hour.
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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