WPVI TV 6abc Technology Intern Spring 2027

Disney; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

WPVI-TV, a Disney/ABC-owned television station, is seeking an intern to work with the Technology team in Philadelphia. You will help roll out broadcast and IT equipment and tackle daily broadcast issues as part of WPVI’s renowned news operation.

The internship runs January 2027 through June 2027, requires 20 hours per week, and expects you to be enrolled in college/university with a Disney internship or equivalent program. Housing and transportation support may be available in Philadelphia, PA.

Qualifications

• Familiar with basic video production including installation of equipment.
• Understanding of television production workflows.
• Adapts quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Manages time and priorities to consistently meet deadlines and maintain organized work.

Responsibilities

• Assist WPVI Technology team with rolling out new Broadcast and IT equipment and tackle broadcast issues.
• Collaborate with Broadcast Engineers, IT Specialists & Project Managers.
• Learn daily what it takes to operate the #1 broadcast station in the country.

Skills

Video production basics

Television production workflows

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Time management

Education

Junior or senior year preferred

Broadcast Journalism/Communications/Video Production major

Job description

Job Summary:

WPVI-TV, a Disney/ABC-owned television station in Pennsylvania, is the most-watched television station in the Philadelphia Television market. WPVI's evening news is one of the highest-watched evening broadcasts in the country!

About the Role & Program:

WPVI's evening news is one of the highest-watched evening broadcasts in the country!

What You Will Do:

The WPVI Technology team is responsible for crafting and maintaining the broadcast, IT, and newsroom systems that enable WPVI to create and deliver the news every day! As the intern, you will be working with Broadcast Engineers, IT Specialists & Project Mangers helping to roll out new Broadcast and IT equipment, and tackle broadcast issues as they come up. Every day there will be a new opportunity to learn something new about what it takes to be the #1 broadcast station in the country.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Familiar with basic video production including installation of equipment
• Understanding of television production workflows
• Adapts quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Manages time and priorities to consistently meet deadlines and maintain organized work

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Familiarity with broadcast production & distribution systems
• Understanding of the network affiliate relationship model
• Previous work or internship in the field of television

Education:

• Junior or Senior year preferred
• Major or previous coursework in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Video Production, or related major

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information

• The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 through June 2027
• Fully available for the duration of the internship working 20 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area

The pay rate for this role in Pennsylvania is $23.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with WPVI Television (Philadelphia), LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

WPVI Television (Philadelphia), LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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