Newhouse NYC Study Away Internship - Spectrum News NY1

Spectrum News; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Spectrum News offers a part-time internship through Syracuse University’s Newhouse School NYC Study Away program for Spring 2027. The internship provides hands-on experience in reporting, producing, and digital content, with mentorship and exposure to multiple newsroom tracks.

Schedule aligns with academic requirements and local operations in New York City. Base pay ranges from $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, with compensation contingent on skills, qualifications, and location.

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, including Reporting/MMJ and Editorial & Story Development.

Education

Enrolled student in Syracuse University's Newhouse School

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 NYC 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 NYC during the internship term.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.

Program Eligibility

This internship opportunity is exclusively available to students enrolled in an official Syracuse University Newhouse Study Away Program. Applicants must be actively participating in the Newhouse NYC program during the semester or summer in which the internship takes place.

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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

Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, the leading broadband and video company in the nation and the fastest growing mobile provider in its footprint, with services available to more than 70 million homes and small to large businesses across 45 states. When you join our team, you’ll be keeping customers connected to Seamless Connectivity and Entertainment with Spectrum Internet®, Mobile, TV and Voice products. Watch this video to learn more.

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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. Learn about Life at Spectrum.