Wavy Unpaid Broadcast Engineering Intern, Spring 2026

WAVY-TV 10/ WVBT FOX43

Portsmouth, VA, United States
Unpyid / for-credit only
Onsite
Maintain broadcast systems
Troubleshoot tvu live packs
Assist in installation and testing
WAVY-TV 10/WVBT FOX43 is seeking an unpaid Broadcast Engineering Intern for Spring 2026, aimed at students studying communications or engineering who are interested in broadcast technologies. The intern will collaborate with IT and engineering staff to maintain broadcast systems, troubleshoot issues, and support the station's operations

Job Summary

  • The intern will work closely with IT and engineering staff to maintain broadcast systems and ensure transmission reliability.
  • Responsibilities include troubleshooting TVU live packs, assisting with the installation and commissioning of new services, and supporting live broadcast technologies.
  • This unpaid position requires the candidate to be enrolled in a college degree-granting program and demonstrate proof of enrollment in an internship course.

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WAVY-TV 10/WVBT FOX43 is seeking an unpaid Broadcast Engineering Intern for Spring 2026, aimed at students studying communications or engineering who are interested in broadcast technologies. The intern will collaborate with IT and engineering staff to maintain broadcast systems, troubleshoot issues, and support the station's operations.

Salary

Unpaid / For-credit only

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintain broadcast systems
  • Troubleshoot TVU live packs
  • Assist in installation and testing
  • Work on-site Monday through Friday
  • Willingness to learn newsroom operations

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in design and construction of complex systems
  • Understanding of ENG and SAT truck capabilities
  • Dynamic approach to problem solving

Key Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in a college degree granting program
  • Proof of enrollment in an internship course required
  • Study communications, engineering, or equivalent courses
  • Availability to work 12-15 hours per week on site

Work Rights

Not specified

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