About the role#
This unpaid internship provides students with real-world experience within a television news department. The program is designed for aspiring broadcast journalists seeking hands-on training in a local newsroom environment. Interns will be supervised throughout the term and participate in a meaningful learning experience tailored to meet university credit requirements.
What you'll do#
- Work alongside reporters, photojournalists, and producers.
- Gain practical knowledge of newsroom operations and production workflows.
- Follow instructions from station staff and exert best efforts to complete training.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding company data, trade secrets, and business information.
- Adhere to all company safety rules and procedures.
What you'll need#
- Current status as a junior or senior studying broadcast journalism, video production, or other communication degrees.
- Enrollment in a program that requires the internship for school credit.
- Advanced skill level to handle the complexity of assigned projects.
- A collaborative mindset and a willingness to learn.
- Previous internship experience is considered a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: St. Louis, Missouri.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship for academic credit.
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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