GRAY MEDIA SALES TRAINING PROGRAM SUMMER '26 - WIS-TV

Gray Media Sales Training Program Summer ‘26 - WIS-TV Job Category: Sales Requisition Number: GRAYM015707 Posted : April 7, 2026 Part‑Time Locations WIS-Station-Columbia, SC 1111 Bull St. Columbia, SC 29201, USA About WIS-TV: WIS is the #1 local media organization in the Capital City market of Columbia, South Carolina, and the market’s top‑rated broadcast television station. It offers a unique variety of multiplatform advertising solutions, sponsored content, and professional creative services for businesses of any size. The Sales Training Program What if your internship didn’t feel like an internship? What if you actually learned how to sell? At Gray Media, our Sales Interns don’t sit on the sidelines. They learn how to build a business from day one. This is a hands‑on, real‑world experience designed to teach you the fundamentals of media sales and help you build skills you can use in any career. General Responsibilities What you’ll do: Learn how to prospect and identify new business opportunities Practice real cold calls (with coaching, not guesswork) Build client presentations and proposals Support digital and broadcast sales strategies Work alongside experienced Media Executives and Sales Leaders Participate in weekly training designed to accelerate your growth What you’ll learn: How to confidently start conversations with clients How to sell multi‑platform advertising solutions (TV + Digital) How to build and present a winning pitch How to manage a pipeline and grow revenue This internship is for you if: You’re curious, competitive, and not afraid to try You want real experience, not just something to put on a résumé You’re interested in sales, marketing, or media You’re ready to learn skills that translate to any industry What makes this different: You won’t just “shadow.” You’ll do the work with guidance every step of the way. Many of our interns turn into full‑time hires. And the ones who do? They hit the ground running. Details: Flexible hours (part‑time, designed for students) Paid internship Opportunities available across Gray Media markets nationwide Qualifications Be currently enrolled in a college/university, preferably in your senior year. Strong work ethic and organizational skills. College student, seniors preferred, earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, Sales, or related fields, with a desire to get hands‑on experience in the local media industry. Ready to stop practicing and start performing? Let’s build the future of media together. The Intern rate of pay can range from your state's minimum wage to “$15” an hour. WIS‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company. Additional Info: Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr