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WKRG TV is offering a Summer 2026 Sports Journalism Internship in Mobile, AL, focusing on hands-on experience in sports journalism, particularly high school sports coverage. The internship is unpaid and highly selective, with priority given to students seeking academic credit.
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Job Summary
You will learn so much by observing AND DOING, participating in coverage of prep athletics and multi-platform distribution of content about high school sports.
You will participate in the production of a live, daily, nationally-syndicated sports talk television show, “Southeast Sports+”, assisting with booking guests, editing video, screening callers, and gathering information.
Your internship experience could significantly strengthen you as a candidate for full-time positions upon graduation, and you will develop contacts in the industry to facilitate mentoring and career connections.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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WKRG TV is offering a Summer 2026 Sports Journalism Internship in Mobile, AL, focusing on hands-on experience in sports journalism, particularly high school sports coverage. The internship is unpaid and highly selective, with priority given to students seeking academic credit.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
multi-platform content distribution
live daily sports talk television show production
guest booking and video editing
gathering information
screening callers
Nice-to-have
strong writing skills
highly organized
highly self-motivated
zero call reluctance
approach anxiety
Key Requirements
Students who must earn academic credit
basic working understanding of AP style
familiarity with timeline-based software editing program
ability to capture video, natural sound, and interviews