Paid Newsroom Intern: From Writing to Digital Production

WGAL 8 TV; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

WGAL 8 TV in Lancaster County, PA is offering paid internships in various departments including News, Sports, and Weather. Interns will engage in tasks such as scriptwriting, news gathering, and content creation for digital platforms. Applicants should submit a cover letter detailing their interests and availability. The internships last 10-12 weeks, with a starting application deadline of June 30, 2026. This opportunity provides valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• Must provide a cover letter with specific objectives for the internship.
• Knowledge in local and national sports is required for sports internships.
• Candidates for weather internships must be enrolled in a meteorology program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering news and information.
• Practice writing and formatting scripts for news broadcasts.
• Research and write content for digital platforms.
• Analyze weather charts and prepare forecasts.
• Assist with sports research and scriptwriting.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Education

Enrolled in relevant curriculum

Job description

WGAL 8 TV in Lancaster County, PA is offering paid internships in various departments including News, Sports, and Weather. Interns will engage in tasks such as scriptwriting, news gathering, and content creation for digital platforms. Applicants should submit a cover letter detailing their interests and availability. The internships last 10-12 weeks, with a starting application deadline of June 30, 2026. This opportunity provides valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic newsroom environment.