Wavy Unpaid Broadcast Engineering Intern, Summer Semester 2026

WAVY-TV 10/ WVBT FOX43

Portsmouth, VA, United States
Unpyid / for-credit only
Onsite
Enrolled in college degree granting program
Proof of enrollment in internship course
Willingness to learn newsroom operations
WAVY-TV 10/WVBT FOX43 is seeking an unpaid Broadcast Engineering Intern for the summer semester of 2026, aimed at students studying communications, engineering, or similar fields. The role involves hands-on experience with broadcast systems, maintenance, and troubleshooting, requiring a commitment of 12-15 hours per week onsite

Job Summary

  • The intern will work closely with IT and engineering staff to maintain broadcast systems and ensure the highest levels of transmission reliability.
  • Responsibilities include troubleshooting TVU live packs, assisting with equipment repair, and participating in the installation and commissioning of new services.
  • This is an unpaid position requiring 12-15 hours per week on-site during the summer semester of 2026.

Matching Summary

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WAVY-TV 10/WVBT FOX43 is seeking an unpaid Broadcast Engineering Intern for the summer semester of 2026, aimed at students studying communications, engineering, or similar fields. The role involves hands-on experience with broadcast systems, maintenance, and troubleshooting, requiring a commitment of 12-15 hours per week onsite.

Salary

Unpaid / For-credit only

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Enrolled in college degree granting program
  • Proof of enrollment in internship course
  • Willingness to learn newsroom operations
  • Availability Monday through Friday

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in design and construction of broadcast systems
  • Experience with TVU live packs and ENG/SAT trucks
  • Background in communications or engineering coursework

Key Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in a college degree granting program
  • Required to show proof of enrollment in an internship course
  • Must apply online via provided Workday link

Work Rights

Not specified

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