Sales Internship Paid Winter/Spring 2026 at NewsPress Gazette Co
Columbia, Missouri, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Self-Motivated, Team Player, Writing Skills, Computer Literacy, Sales Skills, Marketing Skills, Presentation Skills, Customer Interaction, Time Management, Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Networking Skills

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description
The Networks of Mid-Missouri is accepting resumes for a paid broadcast/digital sales internship.   We offer real-world, hands-on experience with the goal of preparing sales candidates for full-time employment in our Columbia/Jefferson City, MO Sales Department.    This Networks of Mid-Missouri sales internship is open to currently enrolled college/university juniors, seniors, and graduate students.  Preference will be given to students who plan to live and work in the Columbia/Jefferson City, MO area or one of the other 9 News-Press and Gazette broadcast markets: http://npgco.com [http://npgco.com]   Eligibility requirements: * Intern candidates must be currently enrolled in Communications, Marketing, Broadcast Sales, English, a Professional Sales program, or a related field. * Must be available to work up to 40 hours per week for a 12-week period between the months of January through May; days and hours will vary to coincide with college schedule. * Must possess excellent communication and organizational skills. * Must be self-motivated, able to work under pressure and be passionate about interacting with all levels of people both inside and outside the organization. Creative individuals with superior communications skills are encouraged to apply. Duties include working alongside experienced sales executives and managers in a supportive environment to develop the essential skills to become a Solution based Marketing Consultant to local companies for their television and digital advertising needs. We offer a competitive hourly wage; interns are not eligible for insurance benefits, holiday pay or PTO; internship employment is contingent upon the successful outcome of a background check and drug screening.  Candidates will need to have a current driver’s license, proof of insurance and reliable transportation, as well as being sufficiently mobile to allow for business travel. When applying for this position, please apply online at:   https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1059541&d=External-Corporate&city=%22Columbia%22# [https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1059541&d=External-Corporate&city=%22Columbia%22#]                                                       Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume when applying.   NPG of Missouri, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer   Posting closes when position is filled                   Job Title:         Broadcast/Digital Sales Intern Status:             Non-exempt   Essential Duties: * Engage with other departments in Television station * Assist Local Account Executives with preparation of presentations * Help schedule appointments for Local AE’s or Sales Managers * Assist local and national sales assistants with paperwork and other daily functions * Learn and review the functions of all copiers, printers and other work area machines * Read all daily/weekly/ monthly periodicals for industry information * Ride Along’s with Local Account Executives to visit customers * Work directly with Traffic Manager and other traffic employees to understand Wideorbit * Work directly with Commercial Producers to understand Script writing * Work directly with Commercial Producers to understand all steps and procedures required to shoot, edit and finalize commercials for air. * Work with Local Sales Manager to schedule use of appropriate training materials and videos * Work with IMC (where available) to better understand all Digital Sales Efforts * Correspond with External customers as needed * Other duties as required by Sales Management   Preferred Skills/Education and Certification: * Preference will be given to students engaged in an Accredited Internship course, but not mandatory * Self Starter * Energetic with motivational skills; team player/leader * Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines * Strong writing skills * Strong communication/people skills * Computer literate   Work Schedule: Local Sales Department Hours   Reports to: Director of Sales

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Responsibilities
Interns will work alongside experienced sales executives and managers to develop essential skills for becoming a Solution-based Marketing Consultant. Duties include assisting with presentations, scheduling appointments, and engaging with various departments within the television station.
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