This internship is for a college student interested in practical experience in digital journalism. The intern will gain hands-on experience and knowledge in a blend of areas including, but not limited to, digital reporting, digital content management, digital photography (still and video) and social *** .
At 8News, the digital news intern will:
- Report and write stories
- Edit stories
- Post content on our website and manage the website, especially the homepage
- Love breaking news and the challenge of reporting a big story
- Create engaging social *** content with graphics, wit and timeliness
- Be curious and want to learn
- Possess journalistic integrity
You'll be expected to:
- Contribute to the editorial process and make solid decisions in breaking news situations
- Ensure that everything we publish meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
- Research and analyze background information for a variety of topics. This goes hand in hand with daily reporting and editing
- Pitch on-brand local and trending stories
- Conduct interviews with sources
- Learn and use effective content management
- Be comfortable working with different technology - it's always changing
- Demonstrate top-notch communication skills with co-workers and the public
- Meet the physical demands of the job including working in the office or outdoors
- And of course, perform other duties as assigned
Internship details:
- Interns must be college students and will receive college credit for their internship experience
- The student is aware that this is a non-paid internship
- Students are expected to obtain and complete any forms necessary to receive college credit
- The intern's college academic advisor and institution determine the amount of credit available
- Station department heads will oversee the internship to evaluate, monitor and assess the intern's progress and ensure they are receiving the proper training
- The student is responsible for their own transportation
- Each internship requires a minimum of 16 hours per week for 12 weeks
- Upon completion of the internship, the student will be evaluated through a written review by the internship supervisor
This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.