Unpaid Intern, News

Chesapeake Media LLC

Champaign, IL, United States
Onsite
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Basic understanding of current events and media industry
Chesapeake Media LLC is offering an unpaid internship for students interested in broadcast journalism, specifically within the News, Production, Weather, and Sports departments. The internship provides hands-on experience in news production and departmental operations, aimed at students pursuing relevant degrees

Job Summary

  • During the internship term, the News Station Intern will support daily departmental operations.
  • Participants will acquire practical knowledge through direct broadcast journalism work and learn about news production and department-specific skills.
  • Interns will develop industry skills through collaboration with experienced employees while helping produce station content and support operations.

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Chesapeake Media LLC is offering an unpaid internship for students interested in broadcast journalism, specifically within the News, Production, Weather, and Sports departments. The internship provides hands-on experience in news production and departmental operations, aimed at students pursuing relevant degrees.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Basic understanding of current events and media industry
  • Interest in technical aspects of news production
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with video editing software
  • Familiarity with newsroom equipment
  • Collaboration with experienced employees
  • Prior media production or related internship experience

Key Requirements

  • Currently pursuing degree in Journalism or related field

Work Rights

Not specified

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