**Who this is for** This internship is designed for college juniors and seniors majoring in Broadcast Communications or Journalism who want hands-on experience
Work type: onsite
Location: Southfield, Michigan, USA
Salary: $14/hr
Type: Full-time
**Who this is for** This internship is designed for college juniors and seniors majoring in Broadcast Communications or Journalism who want hands-on experience in a major market television newsroom. It is ideal for students seeking to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world broadcasting. **Key highlights** Selected interns will spend their summer immersed in the daily operations of FOX 2/WJBK. You will gain exposure to editorial workflows, production techniques, and the professional environment of both the News and Sports departments. **You might be a good fit if you...** - Are currently enrolled as a college junior or senior in a relevant field. - Can commit to working at least three days per week (seven hours per day) throughout the summer. - Have a strong interest in pursuing a career within the broadcast news or sports industry. - Can effectively observe and assist professional staff in a fast-paced live news setting.
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.
## JOB DESCRIPTION
FOX 2/WJBK is offering a Summer Internship Program for college juniors and seniors majoring in Broadcast Communications, Journalism, or related fields who are interested in gaining experience in the broadcasting industry.
Interns will have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and gain hands-on exposure in the following departments:
Newsroom
Sports
Throughout the internship, students will observe daily newsroom operations, assist with production and editorial tasks, and gain a deeper understanding of how a broadcast newsroom operates.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the internship program, applicants must meet the following criteria: