Wavy Unpaid Digital News Desk Intern, Summer 2026

Nexstar Broadcasting

Portsmouth, VA, United States
Unpyid / for-credit; not specified; not specified
Onsite
Completed journalism writing and editing courses
Working knowledge of wordpress and cms
Enrolled in college degree granting program
Nexstar Broadcasting is seeking an unpaid Digital News Desk Intern for the summer of 2026 at WAVY-TV 10/WVBT FOX43 in Portsmouth, VA. Ideal candidates should have experience in journalism, a working knowledge of various digital platforms, and a passion for local storytelling

Job Summary

  • The intern will write web articles, produce multimedia stories about Hampton Roads, and assist in operating a dynamic news website.
  • This unpaid position requires the candidate to be currently enrolled in a college degree-granting program and an internship course.
  • The role involves creating social media posts, promoting coverage, and coordinating with the streaming channel production team on a varying schedule.

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Nexstar Broadcasting is seeking an unpaid Digital News Desk Intern for the summer of 2026 at WAVY-TV 10/WVBT FOX43 in Portsmouth, VA. Ideal candidates should have experience in journalism, a working knowledge of various digital platforms, and a passion for local storytelling.

Salary

Unpaid / For-Credit; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Completed journalism writing and editing courses
  • Working knowledge of WordPress and CMS
  • Enrolled in college degree granting program

Nice-to-have

  • Videography course with Adobe Premiere knowledge
  • Passion for telling local stories
  • Willingness to learn newsroom inner workings

Key Requirements

  • Proof of enrollment in internship course required
  • Must be enrolled in college degree program
  • 12-15 hours per week on-site commitment

Work Rights

Not specified

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