News Intern (Summer 2026)

Full-time

Job Description
WACH Summer News Intern

Step inside the newsroom where stories break, voices matter, and information moves at the speed of now.

We're looking for a passionate, curious, and driven News Intern to join our team for Summer 2026. As part of a forward-thinking media organization, you won't just observe-you'll actively contribute to the storytelling that informs and connects our community across platforms.

From breaking news to digital-first storytelling, this is your opportunity to experience what modern journalism really looks like.

What You'll Do

This is a fast-paced, real newsroom-no two days are the same.

Create & Contribute: Assist in researching, writing, and producing news stories for broadcast and digital platforms

Be Where the Action Is: Work alongside reporters, anchors, producers, and photographers-both in the newsroom and out in the field

Pitch Ideas: Bring fresh story ideas to the table and help shape coverage that matters to our audience

Get Hands-On: Learn how to shoot video, frame compelling visuals, and understand what makes a story stand out

Behind the Scenes: Gain exposure to control room operations and how live broadcasts come together in real time

What You'll Gain

This internship is designed to build real skills-not just fill a line on your résumé.

Hands-on experience in modern, multi-platform journalism

A deeper understanding of how today's newsrooms operate-from broadcast to digital and social

Opportunities to build a professional portfolio with published or produced work

Mentorship from experienced journalists who know the industry inside and out

Valuable connections to jumpstart your career in media

To be considered, candidates must:

Be at least 18 years of age

Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, or a recent graduate

Be at least a sophomore at an accredited college/university

Be eligible to work in the United States

Be available to work on-site at WACH in Columbia, SC approximately 15 hours per week for 10 weeks

Be able to start between June 1 - June 19, 2026

Have reliable transportation (housing/relocation is not provided)

Be passionate about local news, storytelling, and community impact

Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

All candidates must apply through our careers portal and complete pre-employment requirements.

Why Join Us

Because journalism in 2026 is more dynamic than ever-and this is your chance to be part of it.

Join a team that values accuracy, creativity, and impact. Help tell stories that matter, develop skills that translate across platforms, and take your first step into a career in news.
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

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