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Internships

Apply NOW for Spring semester.

 

(Juniors, Seniors and Graduate Students for course credit only)

The following list is for college internships ONLY. All internships must be for course credit. Positions are available for the Spring, Summer, and Fall. CONTACT PERSON LISTED TO SCHEDULE INTERVIEW.

Spring (January through end of April), Summer (June through August), Fall (September through December)

WEBMASTER INTERNS

Web interns will update stories and edit video for WHDH.com website. Interns will also learn how to use a variety of web programs. If interested in applying, send cover letter and resume to human_resources@whdh.com.

SPORTS

Journalism or other majors with a basic knowledge of television production and overall understanding of sports to be covered in coming semester (rules of the game, major teams and athletes). Send cover letter and resume to Sports at human_resources@whdh.com with why you would be an asset to the sports team in the coming semester. Sports interns log games, research stories, assist with details for upcoming sportscasts and assist with basic clerical support. Follow up with a call to Human Resources at 617-725-0732 to discuss the possibility of an interview after submitting your resume.

PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERNS

Intern duties include assistance with phones and research. In addition, intern must attend different station-sponsored events within the community, and assist in Programming-related duties as needed. The perfect intern must be highly motivated and able to work independently. Must have clear, concise writing skills; excellent interpersonal communication is vital. PR, Communications and related majors accepted. Minimum of 2-3 days per week. *Writing samples required upon interview.* Email resume and cover letter explaining why you are a good candidate for our program, giving approximate availability (days and hours) to Joan McCready@ jmccreadywhdh.com.

NEWS- SPECIAL PROJECTS UNIT

Assist this group, which is responsible for special event coverage, feature stories and specialized segments of news such as political, medical or consumer stories. Provide clerical assistance and research support. Occasional field production assistance. Email cover letter and resume to khenry@whdh.com outlining your interests and availability.

SALES-WLVI

WLVI/CW 56-MS Word, Excel and Internet skills required for all Sales internships. If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Melissa MacPhee, mmacphee@cw56.com. SALES MAJOR or significant course work in Marketing, Sales or Communications. Will assist sales team in preparation of sales materials.

SALES-WHDH

MS Word, Excel and Internet skills required for all Sales internships. If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Elise at eclark@whdh.com. SALES: major or significant course work in Marketing, Sales or Communications. Will assist sales team in preparation of sales materials. SALES/RESEARCH: assist with sales presentation materials and data analysis. Powerpoint preferred.

NEWS-TAPE LIBRARY

Assist tape coordinators and librarian with research, filing and production details for upcoming newscasts. Learn and develop skills which are vital to providing fast and accurate updates on ongoing news stories. Contact Leslie Shocket (617)725-0876 for more information. Weekdays.

PUBLIC AFFAIRS/ PROGRAM SERVICES INTERNS

Contact Brian Clarke: (617) 725-0828 or bclarke@whdh.com. Production, Political Science, Journalism and other majors. Will assist with research, office support, and production for local target audience program.

PROMOTIONS/ADVERTISING INTERNS

TV Production, Advertising, and related majors with good writing skills, understanding of editing/production. Contact Kimberly Harrington: at kharrington@whdh.com

NEWSROOM AND ASSIGNMENT DESK

Assist with phones, research, assignment desk and clerical support. Intern in the heart of the news operation days, evenings and/or weekends. Email your resume and a cover letter giving approximate availability (days and hours) to Scott MacEachern, SMacEachern@whdh.com along with why you are a good candidate for our program.

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Art school students or those majoring in Graphic Design or Advertising Design with basic skills. E-mail cover letter, portfolio and/or resume to the Attention of Sergio Camacho; scamacho@whdh.com.

Eligibility Requirements

- College Juniors, Seniors or Graduate students are eligible

- Course Credit is required. Students confirm with their college that they may do an intership for credit before applying.

- A minimum of 15 hours per week is also required.

Application Deadlines

- 11/15 for Spring (January - April)
- 4/15 for Summer (June - August)
- 9/15 for Fall (September - December)

How To Apply

Please contact directly the individual listed for area of your interest. An EOE, M/F/D/V.

WHDH-TV
Attn: Human Resources
7 Bulfinch Place
Boston, MA 02114
Fax: (617) 248-0653
E-mail: human_resources@whdh.com