Newhouse DC Study Away Internship - Spectrum News

Spectrum News; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Spectrum News in Washington, DC, invites motivated students from Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications to join a Spring 2027 DC Study Away internship.

Work with Spectrum News teams on reporting, producing, digital content, and audience engagement while balancing academic requirements.

You will gain hands-on newsroom experience across live shows, field production, editing, shooting, and storytelling.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications.
• Participation in a Newhouse Study Away Program in DC during the internship term.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, research, and develop stories.
• Assist with live shows, field production, and newsroom operations.
• Create content for broadcast, digital, social, and streaming platforms.
• Learn professional editing, shooting, and writing.
• Work with reporters, producers, editors, and audience engagement teams.
• Support daily newsroom operations and special projects.
• Contribute to multimedia storytelling initiatives.
• Gain exposure to multiple tracks: Reporting/MMJ, Editorial & Story Development, Digital & Audience Engagement.

Skills

Story pitching

Research

Editing

Writing for media

Education

Enrollment at Syracuse University Newhouse

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

At a Glance

An exclusive opportunity for students participating in Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications DC Study Away program for the Spring 2027 semester.

A part-time internship where you'll work with a Spectrum News team, contributing to meaningful projects while learning how journalism comes together in one of the nation's most influential media markets. Your schedule will be organized around your academic program requirements and business needs.

The Spectrum News Internship Experience

You'll join one of our teams, where you will build a strong understanding of reporting, producing, digital content creation, audience engagement, and other areas that align with your interests and career goals.

• Opportunities to gain new skills and elevate the ones you already have.
• Build connections with team members and senior leaders who can help you better understand our business and what it’s like to work in a professional newsroom.
• Receive mentorship from a member of our team, who can provide one‑on‑one advice to help you reach your professional goals.
• Gain hands‑on experience contributing to real newsroom projects and initiatives.

What You Can Expect In This Role

As a Spectrum News intern, you'll have opportunities to spend the semester learning and working alongside professionals in areas that align with your interests and academic focus.

Internship Responsibilities May Include

• Pitch, research, and develop stories.
• Assist with live shows, field production, and newsroom operations.
• Create content for broadcast, digital, social, and streaming platforms.
• Learn professional editing, shooting, and writing.
• Work with reporters, producers, editors, and audience engagement teams
• Support daily newsroom operations and special projects.
• Contribute to multimedia storytelling initiatives.
• Gain Exposure to Multiple Tracks, Including
• Reporting / MMJ (Multimedia Journalist)
• Editorial & Story Development
• Digital & Audience Engagement

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled at Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications.
• Must be participating in a Newhouse Study Away Program in DC during the internship term.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.

Here, our employees don’t just have jobs, they’re building careers. That’s why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well‑being at every stage of life.

A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

The base pay for this position generally is between $18.00 and $21.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive‑based compensation such as bonuses.

Get to Know Us

Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. When you join our team, you’ll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S.

Grow Your Career Here

We’re committed to growing a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve – providing opportunities for employment and advancement to all team members.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.

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