FOX44/WFFF-TV in Burlington, Vermont has a paid internship opportunity through the New York State Broadcasters Association (NYSBA). Students will have an opportunity to gain a wide range of hands-on experience while interning in the news department. Interns work closely with producers, anchors, and reporters both in-house and out in the field. At the station, interns could help research and write stories. If needed, they will also contact sources for additional information.
In the field, interns will learn how the camera equipment works, what camera shots matter and how reporters gather new information to differentiate live shots. Interns may function as field producers in the sense of coordinating interviews and attending press conferences. Other opportunities exist for those who are interested in learning more about directing and producing. Interns can shadow the producers in the control room and eventually try to produce a portion of the show themselves. For those interested in on-air opportunities, anchors and reporters will help students craft a reel.
The Internship is related to an educational purpose and there is no guarantee or expectation that the activity will result in employment with the Company. The education received by the Intern from the internship is for express benefit of the Intern. The Intern does not replace or displace any employee of the Company. The Intern will receive direct and close supervision by an appropriate supervisor. The internship is for 2-4 days a week, not to exceed 180 hours in total. Company is not liable for injury sustained or health conditions that may arise for the paid intern during the internship.
The Student shall:
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abide by all safety rules and procedures of Company.
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exert best efforts in receiving training and cooperate with and follow the instructions of employees of Company
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maintain strictly the confidences of Company, the customers of Company, all information or data received regarding Company and any of its trade secrets or any other confidential business information received by the Student
Eligibility requirements:
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Student shall be at least 17 years of age
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Be a resident of New York State and/or attend a school in New York State
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Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions.
In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers.
From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
