News Intern, Paid (Local TV News / NBC Affiliate) Job at Mediabistro in Winston

Winston-Salem, NC | Paid Internship | Summer 2026 Application Window: March 25 – April 30, 2026 Session Dates: June 1 – August 7, 2026 (10–12 weeks) About the Role An NBC affiliate in Winston‑Salem, North Carolina is offering a paid summer internship in its newsroom. This is a hands‑on opportunity to shadow working journalists and production staff while gaining real experience in a live, deadline‑driven news environment. Interns will be placed in one of five tracks based on interest and availability: News Producer, News Reporter, Video Journalist, Digital Producer, or Technical Production. This is a strong fit for students or early‑career candidates looking to build practical skills in local television news, from writing and reporting to control room operations and digital content. Internship Tracks News Producer Collaborating with news managers and producers to identify the day's top stories Learning to write broadcast copy, research stories for accuracy, and work under tight deadlines Assisting with the execution of live newscasts from the control room alongside production staff Creating graphic elements including lower‑third supers and full‑screen graphics Communicating with reporters to understand story details and develop compelling teases Working alongside reporters and photographers to cover local news Writing stories for both broadcast and online platforms Shooting standups and practicing live shots Learning the full technical workflow of a local news reporter Video Journalist Gathering video and interview content, then assembling stories for broadcast Making quick assessments around safety and situational concerns in the field Collaboration with reporters to tell visually compelling stories Learning proper care and maintenance of news equipment Digital Producer Working with the digital team to identify and prioritize daily stories Learning to produce content in a CMS that supports web and social platforms Writing copy, researching stories for accuracy, and coordinating with reporters Building the technical skills needed to work as a digital producer Technical Production Training on all aspects of behind‑the‑scenes newscast production: directing, technical directing, audio, and camera operation Learning how control room roles work together to execute a live newscast Operating newscast execution software, graphics systems, and live field elements Communicating under pressure to troubleshoot issues during live broadcasts To Apply Visit Mediabistro for full details and application instructions. Please include a cover letter indicating your preferred track, available start and end dates, and the days and hours you're available to intern. #J-18808-Ljbffr