Paid News Intern

Nexstar Media Inc.

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NY, Rochester Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 19, 2026 Last posted May 19, 2026
Job description

WROC-TV, Rochesterfirst.com have a part-time paid internship available for undergraduate students through The New York State Broadcasters Association.   This program allows the ideal candidates the opportunity to experience firsthand how a television station operates.  Candidates will spend time in key departments within the television station, such as News Operations, Production/Creative Services, Digital Operations, Technical/Engineering, among other things.

The ideal candidates MUST demonstrate professionalism and strive to reach the highest standard of excellence.  Interns are required to work a specified schedule and work in business attire.  They must also possess a strong collaborative spirit and understand the vision and creativity necessary to put on a newscast.  The ideal candidate should have strong comprehensive writing and communication skills.   Applicants must be at least 17 years of age. Residents of New York State and/or attending school in New York.  Must have own transportation and flexibility in hours scheduled.

Salary Range: $16.00 Hourly

How to Apply:   All applicants must submit a resume. Background checks are required.

About this role

Summary

Assist in news production, operations, and digital content at a television station.

Job title

Paid News Intern

Experience level

undergraduate

Industry

broadcasting

Location requirements

NY, Rochester; in-person internship; hybrid work possible.

Salary

$16.00 Hourly

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationwritingprofessionalismcreativity

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

newsdigital operationsproductionengineering
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Rochester, NY, USA

Hybrid City