Intern, Washington DC

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a storyteller at heart with a pulse on breaking news? Fox 13 Seattle is seeking motivated, curious, and collaborative individuals for our Newsroom Internship. This is a hands-on opportunity designed for college students ready to dive into the high-energy world of live news. You won’t just be watching from the sidelines; you’ll be working directly with award-winning journalists, producers, and digital teams to create impactful content for our broadcast, streaming, and social platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Editorial Support: Assist with daily newsroom operations, including story research, fact-checking, and pitch development.
• Content Creation: Write, edit, and publish engaging content across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.
• AI Integration: Gain hands-on experience navigating the intersection of journalism and technology by utilizing AI-driven tools by learning and implementing AI workflows that streamline production and enhance audience engagement on our streaming services and programming.
• Production Assistance: Support producers with segment preparation, scripting, and the execution of live or recorded programming.
• Digital & Social Media : Monitor real-time trends, contribute to social media strategy, and help manage digital updates to keep our audience informed 24/7.
• Field & Studio Exposure: Assist crews and reporters in the field and observe studio production to gain a 360-degree view of how a newsroom functions.
• Collaborative Execution: Work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.
• Academic Standing: Must be a Junior or Senior with a strong academic record.
• Major: Journalism, Broadcast Communications, Media, or a related field.
• Passion for News: A demonstrated interest in broadcast journalism, streaming technology, and digital storytelling.
• Communication Skills: Excellent writing and verbal communication skills with a sharp eye for detail.
• Professionalism: Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure while working in a dead-line-driven environment.

What You’ll Gain

• Mentorship: Work side-by-side with industry veterans who are committed to your professional growth.
• Portfolio Building: Opportunities to contribute to professional-grade content that reaches a wide audience.
• Hands-on Experience: Real-world exposure to the technology and editorial workflows that power a modern newsroom.

If you’re ready to turn your passion for storytelling into professional experience and see how a modern newsroom operates from the inside out, we want to hear from you—apply today and help us shape the future of news!

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