GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM SUMMERFALL '26 WEEK-TV

About Gray Media:

Today we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia. We are the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will have entry-level experience with editing and shooting video. The Student Intern will work closely with reporters producers and writers to learn how to edit news/sports/digital stories for daily newscasts.

The Training Program:

General Responsibilities:

WEEK-TV in East Peoria Illinois is seeking interns to support newsroom operations by helping gather news and information in the field. Interns will edit videos for news stories and assist with digital operations including publishing content to the station website and supporting social media channels.

What Youll Do:

• Own the role: Step into the shoes of a producer MMJ meteorologist or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments (yes the kind that may go on air and online).
• Drive digital engagement: Create content that lives beyond the TV screen think social media streaming apps and web stories because were digital-first always.
• Collaborate with pros: Work side by side with seasoned veterans who are the best in the business gaining insights you wont find in any textbook.
• Commit to the craft: Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering your specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio.
• Make an impact: Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies.
• Build your future: Position yourself at the front of the line for full-time career opportunities within Gray Medias network of 113 stations.

What You Bring:

• Current enrollment: Youre a college student (Junior or Senior status preferred) chasing a degree in Journalism Communications Sales Marketing or a related field.
• A doer mindset: You arent afraid to get your hands dirty and take initiative; youre here to work not just watch.
• Digital savvy: You understand that media happens everywhere from the big screen to the palm of someones hand.
• Strong work ethic: You bring urgency organization and a can-do attitude to every shift.
• Communication skills: You can tell a story pitch an idea or explain a forecast with clarity and confidence.
• Reliability: Youre ready to commit to the full 10-week program and the 25-hour weekly schedule.
• Passion for local: You care about the community and want to see how local media makes a real difference.

Why Youll Love It Here:

• Real-world experience: Youll graduate with more than just a line on your resume; youll have the experience of having done the job.
• Unprecedented access: With 113 stations across the U.S. youre part of a massive innovative network thats leading the future of media.
• Career fast-track: We love hiring our own. This program is designed to be the ultimate audition for your first full-time role with Gray.
• Paid training: Earn while you learn. This is a paid internship.
• A culture of innovation: Were evolving on purpose and youll be right there on the front lines of that evolution.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Be currently enrolled in a college/university preferably in your senior year.
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• College student seniors preferred earning a degree in Journalism/Communications Sales or related fields with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry.
• This is an entry-level part-time position for someone who wants to get into the broadcasting business.
• We seek individuals who are dependable energetic organized inquisitive and who work well with others.

If you are interested in interning in these areas the station may have openings in these departments for you:

• Sports
• Weather
• News Production
• News MMJ

Ready to stop practicing and start performing Lets build the future of media together

The intern rate of pay can range from minimum wage in your state to $15 an hour.

âªï Interested in the program Go to type Intern WEEK-TV (in search bar)

WEEK-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.