Spring 2027 Media Training: Launch Your TV Career

Gray Media; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Paid training

Job summary

Gray Media’s WPTA-TV in Indiana offers a high‑octane 10‑week internship program for aspiring producers, MMJ, meteorologists, and sales executives. You’ll work on real assignments that may air and online, gaining hands‑on experience in a digital‑first environment.

Current college student (Junior/Senior) pursuing Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, or related fields is preferred. Expect a paid internship and a commitment of 25 hours per week to build a compelling portfolio and open doors

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college/university pursuing a relevant degree.
• Junior or Senior status preferred.
• Desire hands-on experience in local media.

Responsibilities

• Own the role as producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive and complete real‑world assignments.
• Drive digital engagement across social media, streaming apps, and web stories.
• Collaborate with seasoned professionals who are the best in the business.
• Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to building a professional‑grade portfolio.
• Position yourself for full‑time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network.

Skills

Doer mindset

Digital savvy

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

Junior/Senior college student

Degree in Journalism/Communications/Sales/Marketing or related

Enrollment in a university

Job description

Gray Media’s WPTA-TV in Indiana offers a high‑octane 10‑week internship program for aspiring producers, MMJ, meteorologists, and sales executives. You’ll work on real assignments that may air and online, gaining hands‑on experience in a digital‑first environment.

Current college student (Junior/Senior) pursuing Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, or related fields is preferred. Expect a paid internship and a commitment of 25 hours per week to build a compelling portfolio and open doors