Intern

Hearst Television, Inc.; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

The Hearst Television internship program at WESH 2/CW18 is a paid, rigorous hands‑on experience offering learning across news writing, producing, reporting and digital media. Interns can explore behind‑the‑scenes areas such as production, studio operations, weather and marketing/promotions, with an emphasis on preparing for real newsroom work.

The Spring 2027 session runs Jan 25–Apr 16, 2027, with application window Nov 14–Dec 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Cover letter should include semester (Spring, Summer, or Fall), department preference, available start and end dates, and days/hours available to intern.

Responsibilities

• Assist with newsroom tasks including on‑scene reporting, producing, and video editing in the newsroom.
• Learn to publish content across digital platforms and assist with research and assignment desk work.
• Gain exposure to production/studio operations, weather, and marketing/promotions.

Job description

The WESH 2/ CW18 News Internship Program is a paid, rigorous and highly competitive hands‑on experience that provides individuals the opportunity to learn about the operations of a broadcast television station. You will develop news writing, producing, reporting, and digital media skills while learning from award‑winning staff at WESH 2 News. Additional opportunities are available in the behind‑the‑scenes areas of production/studio operations, weather and marketing/promotions. Your internship will prepare you for work in a real newsroom, giving you opportunities in nearly every aspect of news production.

Spring 2027 Session
Application Window: Nov. 14th, 2026– Dec. 15th, 2026
Session: Jan. 25th, 2027 – April 16th, 2027
*Dates are subject to change

WESH 2/CW18 offers paid internships in the departments below. In order to apply for an internship at WESH 2/CW18, please provide a cover letter with your application. The cover letter should include:

• Semester i.e. Spring, Summer, or Fall (if applicable)
• Department preference
• Available start and end dates
• Days and hours available to intern

Available Internships

Newsroom

Interns will work alongside reporters, producers, and news managers to learn skills in nearly all aspects of television news production. Examples include on-scene reporting, producing, video editing, research, and working at the assignment desk.

Production/Studio Operations

Interns will learn the technical aspects of live news broadcasts. Behind‑the‑scenes training will include learning robotic cameras, floor directing, lighting and show set‑ups. Interns are required to be comfortable with height, able to lift light equipment, and work non‑traditional hours.

Digital

Interns will learn how newsrooms publish content to digital platforms, analyze real‑time online metrics and more. Interns will get the opportunity to research, write, and publish stories forWESH.com.

Weather

Interns must have working knowledge of a meteorology curriculum or closely related program of study. You will work with our team of meteorologists to learn the skills necessary in creating and delivering forecast information for a television and online audience.

Marketing/Promotions

Interns with an interest in marketing, advertising, promotion, or production will be given hands‑on experience in these areas.

Orientation

Once you are accepted as an intern at WESH-TV, you will receive an instruction packet. Your first day at the station is set aside for orientation and youMustattend this. You will work three days a week, eight hours each shift with varying schedules. During the internship you should always check in with your assigned adviser upon entering the building.

Securing housing and transportation during the internship are the responsibility of the student. WESH-TV cannot offer support in this area.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.