News Intern (Fall 2026)

WCHS Fall News Intern

Step inside the newsroom where stories break, voices matter, and information moves at the speed of now.

We’re looking for a passionate, curious, and driven News Intern to join our team for Fall 2026. As part of a forward-thinking media organization, you won’t just observe—you’ll actively contribute to the storytelling that informs and connects our community across platforms.

From breaking news to digital-first storytelling, this is your opportunity to experience what modern journalism really looks like.

What You’ll Do

This is a fast-paced, real newsroom—no two days are the same.

• Create & Contribute: Assist in researching, writing, and producing news

stories for broadcast and digital platforms

• Be Where the Action Is: Work alongside reporters, anchors, producers, and

photographers—both in the newsroom and out in the field

• Pitch Ideas: Bring fresh story ideas to the table and help shape coverage

that matters to our audience

• Get Hands-On: Learn how to shoot video, frame compelling visuals, and

understand what makes a story stand out

• Behind the Scenes: Gain exposure to control room operations and how live

broadcasts come together in real time

What You’ll Gain

This internship is designed to build real skills—not just fill a line on your résumé.

• Hands-on experience in modern, multi-platform journalism
• A deeper understanding of how today’s newsrooms operate—from broadcast to

digital and social

• Opportunities to build a professional portfolio with published or produced

work

• Mentorship from experienced journalists who know the industry inside and out
• Valuable connections to jumpstart your career in media

To be considered, candidates must

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, or a recent

graduate

• Be at least a sophomore at an accredited college/university
• Be eligible to work in the United States
• Be available to work on