WDSU-TV News Intern Job at Hearst Communications, Inc. in New Orleans

As a WDSU intern, you will come to understand how a television station operates and be expected to contribute to the operation. You will be engaged in the newsroom, assisting producers, editors, assignment editors, reporters, photographers, and anchors. The intern will also have the opportunity to accompany crews in the field and may even have the opportunity to field produce.

Responsibilities
What you’ll do and learn:

Editorial process (broadcast and/or digital)

Writing / storytelling

Overall newsgathering

Newscast producing / story selection

Digital/Social priorities

Boothing shows in the control room

Communication with field crews

Breaking news protocol

Qualifications

An interest in journalism

The ability to be versatile, as interns handle a wide range of topics and subjects

Some experience or educational training in writing and editing for broadcast; excellent spelling and grammar skills

The ability to remain calm under pressure and deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production

Must be well-versed in local and national news stories

About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Info

Job Identification 2026529

Job Category Content and News

Posting Date 05/19/2026, 06:49 PM

Job Schedule Part time

Locations 846 Howard Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70113, US

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