Broadcast Journalism Intern: Write, Edit & Field News

Disney Entertainment; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Disney Entertainment Television's Houston internship offers hands-on experience with ABC13 (KTRK-TV) news operations. Interns will develop judgment, writing, and newsroom skills while exploring digital and social platforms beyond on-air work.

The January 2027 to early June 2027 internship requires enrollment in college, 18+, work authorization, and reliable housing/transportation in Houston; a 20-hour/week Monday–Friday schedule is expected; pay is $19/hour with select benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have journalism experience (academic or internship) in print/broadcast and/or TV news script writing.
• Experience using social media platforms to post content.
• Experience with multi-tasking in a dynamic, collaborative environment and prioritizing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Work with reporters and photojournalists in the field for newsgathering and live remotes.
• Write copy and edit video for newscasts.
• Observe producers and executive producers in their roles.
• Attend morning and afternoon editorial meetings.
• Get an up-close look at how news is distributed beyond TV to digital and social platforms.
• Assist in planning news stories and day-to-day assignment desk operations.

Skills

Social media posting

News writing

Multi-tasking

Education

Mass media / journalism major

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Job description

Disney Entertainment Television's Houston internship offers hands-on experience with ABC13 (KTRK-TV) news operations. Interns will develop judgment, writing, and newsroom skills while exploring digital and social platforms beyond on-air work.

The January 2027 to early June 2027 internship requires enrollment in college, 18+, work authorization, and reliable housing/transportation in Houston; a 20-hour/week Monday–Friday schedule is expected; pay is $19/hour with select benefits.