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Are you a college junior or senior with a passion for television technology and a strong interest in IT infrastructure? Join our dynamic team and gain hands-on experience in the world of broadcast engineering!
About the Role
We are seeking motivated and tech-savvy students to join our Television Engineering Department. This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to work behind the scenes of television production, assisting with the technical operations that keep our content on the air and online.
Interns will work alongside seasoned broadcast and IT engineers, learning the ins and outs of broadcast systems, IT networks, and real-time problem-solving.
Responsibilities
Assist with the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of broadcast and IT systems
Monitor on-air signals and ensure technical standards are met
Support studio and control room operations during live and pre-recorded broadcasts
Perform hands-on tasks with servers, cabling, and audio/video equipment
Collaborate with team members on system upgrades and infrastructure improvements
What We’re Looking For
Current college junior or senior pursuing a degree in Broadcast Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or a related field
Strong interest in television engineering and information technology
Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and operating systems
Proficiency in Windows and/or Linux environments, Microsoft Office, and basic computer troubleshooting
Eagerness to learn, contribute to a team, and get hands-on
Strong communication and organizational skills
Perks
Paid internship with eligibility for college credit
Real-world experience in television and IT environments
Mentorship from experienced industry professionals
Opportunities to grow into future full-time roles
About Gray Media:
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets, reaching 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. By upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and developing the best and brightest employees in the business.
The Internship Program:
As a paid intern, you won’t sit and watch someone else doing their job. Gray’s intern program is an immersive experience where you serve as a valued team member to our award-winning teams.
With 113 television stations across the U.S., Gray Media offers an unprecedented opportunity for students to learn an area of broadcast expertise from seasoned professionals in the business. Whether your interest involves news, production, sales, marketing, or engineering, our stations become a hands-on learning environment for Gray Media interns. If we have an employee doing it, there can be a Gray intern learning and earning.
Not only will you walk away with an expanded resume and portfolio, but Gray’s paid internship opens doors to begin your full-time career with Gray Media. Many of our current employees started as interns. Our paid internship program puts you at the front of the line for full-time job openings, armed with the training you received from your internship.
We’re committed to a broad applicant recruiting outreach program in our continuing efforts to represent our diverse community.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Intern rate of pay can range from minimum wage in your state to $15.00 an hour.
▪️ Interested in the program? Go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, type “Intern WMBF” (in search bar)
WMBF-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 genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which 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 Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before or by the first workday.
To apply for this job please visit gray.tv.