Fall '26 Media Training Internship - 10 Weeks, Paid

Gray Media, Inc.; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 9,643 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Gray Media Training Program at WTAP invites college students to dive into the fast-paced world of local media. You will own real assignments as producers, MMJ, or sales executives, and contribute to digital content across social, streaming, and web stories.

The 10-week, 25-hour-per-week paid internship emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with experienced pros, and a pathway to full-time opportunities within Gray Media’s 117-station network.

Qualifications

• Be currently enrolled in a college/university (preferred Junior/Senior).
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Sports, News, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry.

Responsibilities

• Handle real-world assignments in roles such as producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive.
• Drive digital engagement across social media, streaming apps, and web stories.
• Collaborate with seasoned professionals to gain industry insights.
• Commit to 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to build a portfolio.
• Tell stories that matter to the community and support local businesses with media strategies.
• Position yourself for full-time opportunities within Gray Media’s network.

Skills

College student

Digital savvy

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Reliability

Local community passion

Education

Journalism/Communications degree (in progress)

Job description

Gray Media Training Program at WTAP invites college students to dive into the fast-paced world of local media. You will own real assignments as producers, MMJ, or sales executives, and contribute to digital content across social, streaming, and web stories.

The 10-week, 25-hour-per-week paid internship emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with experienced pros, and a pathway to full-time opportunities within Gray Media’s 117-station network.