Sales Intern (Summer 2026 - KOMO)

Sinclair Broadcast Group

Posted about 7 hours ago

Internship

Seattle, Washington

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Smart Summary

The intern will collaborate with the sales team to execute sales strategies, conduct market research, and support lead generation efforts. They will also assist with CRM management, track performance metrics, and provide customer service to support business growth.

This sales internship is ideal for undergraduate or graduate students, at least a sophomore, looking to gain hands-on experience in media sales. Key responsibilities include supporting sales strategies, market research, and customer outreach, while developing strong collaboration and communication skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Sales strategies

Market research

Competitive analysis

Lead generation

Customer outreach

Performance metrics

Sales reporting

Customer service

CRM management

Media strategy

Communication

Data analysis

Job Description

Summer Sales Internship – Sinclair, Inc. (KOMO | Seattle, WA)

Ready to launch your career in sales? Join Sinclair, Inc. this summer as a Sales Intern and gain hands-on experience working alongside a high-performing team at KOMO in Seattle. This is your chance to step into the fast-paced world of media sales, build real-world skills, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

What You’ll Do:

  • Collaborate with the sales team to develop and execute creative sales strategies and campaigns
  • Dive into market research and competitive analysis to uncover new opportunities and trends
  • Support lead generation efforts, customer outreach, and follow-ups to drive business growth
  • Track performance metrics and help prepare insightful sales reports
  • Bring fresh ideas to team meetings and help improve sales processes
  • Deliver exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries and solving client needs
  • Assist with CRM management and keep sales materials accurate and up to date

What We’re Looking For:

  • Currently enrolled in (or recently graduated from) an undergraduate or graduate program
  • At least a sophomore standing at an accredited college or university
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Available to work approximately 15 hours per week for 10 weeks starting June 2026 (schedule may vary)
  • At least 18 years old with reliable transportation
  • Able to work on-site at our KOMO station in Seattle, WA

What You’ll Gain:

  • Real-world experience in sales, marketing, and media strategy
  • A behind-the-scenes look at how a successful sales team operates
  • Valuable networking opportunities with industry professionals
  • Mentorship from experienced sales leaders invested in your growth
  • The opportunity to contribute to impactful, real projects

Kickstart your sales career with Sinclair, Inc. this summer—where your ideas matter and your growth is the priority.


  Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
  About Us
  Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
  About the Team
  The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.   The hourly compensation for this role is $21.30 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.  

Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, including employer sponsorship for an H-1B visa, OPT-STEM employment, etc.

Sinclair Broadcast Group

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net. ------------- At Sinclair, we believe in Enriching Local Lives. We serve the communities where we live and work through meaningful connections, trusted reporting and principled journalism. Local news is at the heart of Sinclair. Our focus is to enrich the lives of the local communities we serve by sharing relevant information to alert, protect and empower our audiences. Our commitment is to track the truth, providing context and perspective in our reporting, and serving our communities with valuable and, at times, life-saving information. We value our viewers and our journalists who work hard each day to serve the communities in which they live. Our stations have been honored with more than 3,000 awards for their work over the last 6 years, including 200+ Edward R. Murrow Awards and 500+ Emmy Awards. Outside of News, our content strategy is driven by AMP Media, the company’s overarching content brand, blends industry-leading programming and storytelling with cutting-edge technology and creativity. AMP Media is the umbrella for Sinclair’s original content, including video podcasts and social verticals—merging journalism, technology, and creativity to inform, inspire, and engage audiences nationwide. In 2025, we launched AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions, a unified sales force designed to scale with clients' needs

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