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GRAY MEDIA SALES TRAINING PROGRAM SUMMER '26 - KWCH

NAB Leadership Foundation, Wichita, KS, United States


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 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. Compensation The intern rate of pay can range from your state’s minimum wage to $15 per hour. KWCH-TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr