VAB Paid Intern
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
VAB Paid Intern
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Posted 2 days ago
Internship
Richmond, Virginia
In Person
Smart Summary
The intern will assist with researching, pitching, and reporting stories while also handling video production and editing tasks. They will also support the production of television shows and digital content as directed by management.
This internship with the Virginia Association of Broadcasters (VAB) at WRIC seeks a college student (junior or above) with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Ideal candidates will have an academic background in journalism, communications, or a related field, as well as excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Must be a member of The Virginia Association of Broadcasters.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Journalism
Video editing
Script writing
Story pitching
Social media management
Television production
Digital media
Communication
Public relations
Research
Analytical skills
Time management
News judgment
Collaboration
Attention to detail
Job Description
The Virginia Association of Broadcasters (VAB) paid internship at WRIC will run from approximately Monday, June 1, 2026, through Friday, July 26, 2026. You can ONLY apply for this internship if you were referred through the VAB.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following rotation duties
- Researching, pitching and reporting stories
- Helping find and process video from social media and other sources
- Shooting and editing video and photographs
- Writing scripts
- Producing television shows
- Producing digital channels
- Other assignments as deemed necessary by management
Qualifications and requirements
- Must be a college student, junior or above, pursuing a degree at an accredited institution and be able to provide documentation to confirm your degree progress
- Must be a member of The Virginia Association of Broadcasters
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Ideal academic background include journalism, broadcast journalism, digital/new media studies, communications, marketing, public relations, production, English and social media
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. without a Visa or sponsorship
Desired characteristics
- Self-motivated
- Must be able to take feedback and constructive criticism
- Curiosity and the willingness to learn
- Cooperate with teammates
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Possess journalistic integrity
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to develop strong news judgment
The student shall
- Obtain and complete any forms necessary to receive college credit
- Abide by all safety rules and procedures of the company
- Exert best efforts in receiving training and cooperate with and follow the instructions of employees of the company
- Maintain strictly the confidences of company, customers and all information or data received regarding the company and any of its trade secrets or any other confidential business information received by the student
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 316,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with more than 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All Americans,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property.
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