Intern, Sports

WPIX is home to NY Nightcap, Friday Night Mets games, Yankees Nation and powers sports programming on our CTV channel PIX11+. The sports department is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Sports Department Intern to join PIX11 in New York City. This internship is designed for someone interested in learning the fast-paced world of sports television production and gaining hands‑on experience in a live newsroom environment. The Sports Production Intern will support the sports team in the daily development and execution of sports content across broadcast and digital platforms. This role offers exposure to story development, show planning, research, guest preparation, and production coordination. The ideal candidate is organized, curious, collaborative, and eager to learn about sports storytelling in a professional television setting. Responsibilities Assist producers and on‑air talent with daily show preparation and content development Support the team with research on sports stories, trending topics, and potential guests Help brainstorm show themes, segment ideas, and graphics elements Assist with scripts, rundowns, and production notes as needed Coordinate with writers, producers, and digital team members to help keep projects organized and updated Monitor breaking sports news and flag relevant developments to the team Participate in editorial meetings and observe how stories are pitched, discussed, and assigned Provide general production and administrative support to the sports department as needed Basic Qualifications Entering Junior year or higher at an accredited 4‑year college or university Preferred Qualifications Strong interest in sports media, television production, or journalism Excellent communication, organization, and time‑management skills Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment Solid news judgment and awareness of current sports events and storylines Willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute ideas Familiarity with social media and digital sports content is a plus Pay rate: $16.50 #J-18808-Ljbffr Nexstar Media Group, Inc.