About the role#
Sinclair Inc. offers internships at ABC 7/WJLA 24/7 News for students interested in broadcast and cable television. This program provides experience across the daily operations of a major market television station. Interns work in areas including desk and digital news, sports, and news producing.
What you'll do#
- Experience all phases of station operations to supplement your academic curriculum.
- Support daily newscasts.
- Work in a team environment or independently as needed.
- Manage tasks under constant deadlines.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a junior or senior in a four-year program, a first-year graduate student, or a second-year student in a two-year college program.
- A declared major in journalism, meteorology, communication, or a related field.
- Ability to receive college credit for the internship.
- Prior internship or work experience.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Strong academic record.
- Availability to work mornings, nights, or weekends. Early morning availability is required for Good Morning Washington.
Location & details#
- Location: Arlington, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship. No wages or stipend are provided.
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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