WINK Newsroom Internship (Summer)

Fort Myers, FL
Internship
News
Student (College)
WINK News Internship Outline: Multi-Role Broadcast Journalism
Internship

Program Overview: The WINK News Internship Program offers college students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in critical roles within a television news station. Over the course of the internship, the student will rotate through four key positions: Reporter, Producer, Digital Producer, and Video Editor. By the end of the internship, the student will apply what they’ve learned in each role to produce a comprehensive final project, demonstrating their skills in reporting, producing, editing, and newsroom coordination.

Internship Objectives:
  1. Comprehensive Experience: Rotate through key newsroom roles to gain a broad understanding of television news production.
  2. Project Creation: Work independently to create a final project that incorporates elements of each internship role (Reporter, Producer, Digital, and Video Editing).
  3. Professional Development: Enhance communication, technical, and organizational skills while understanding how a newsroom operates as a cohesive unit.
  4. Career Preparation: Prepare for a career in broadcast journalism by gaining a well-rounded skill set and practical experience.

Internship Timeline:
    • Duration: 12-16 weeks
    • Hours per week: 15-20 hours (flexible depending on student’s schedule)
    • Work Schedule: Varies to provide exposure to different shifts (mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends when necessary).

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods.
  • Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video.
  • Operate standard office and recording equipment.
  • Travel, including local riding along to field locations or meetings.
  • Navigate indoor and outdoor environments as needed for reporting.
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Visual and auditory ability to conduct interviews and review content.

Qualifications:

  1. Enrollment in a related degree program (Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Film, or similar).
  2. Strong interest in television news and broadcasting.
  3. Excellent communication, organizational, and writing skills.
  4. Prior experience with media production or video editing (preferred but not required).
 

How to Apply:

  • Submit a resume, cover letter, and a sample of writing or video work (if applicable).

*Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position.
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