WJLA Practicum (Summer 2026) at Sinclair Broadcast Group

Arlington, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Broadcast Production, Journalism, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Time Management, Creative Thinking

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description

As part of our commitment to community service and educational enrichment, ABC 7/WJLA 24/7 News is offering a summer practicum program designed for graduate students interested in pursuing careers in broadcast and/or cable television. This program is available to selected participants currently enrolled in institutions of higher learning. Students will gain hands-on experience in all phases of a major-market television station's day-to-day operations, complementing their academic curriculum. Eligibility/Qualifications: ABC 7/WJLA 24/7 News internships are open to only graduate students from the Medill Master's in Journalism program from Northwestern University. Applicants should have declared majors in Communications, Journalism, Broadcast Production, or a related field. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. General Qualifications: * Current graduate student at the Medill Master's in Journalism program * Able to receive academic credit for the internship * Responsible, professional, and experienced with prior internships and/or work experience * Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team or independently * Creative self-starter with strong communication skills who can work effectively under tight deadlines * Willingness to work mornings, nights, and/or weekends to support varying newscast hours (we will do our best to accommodate your schedule) Required Documents: * Resume Application Deadline: Friday, May 29th 2026 Internship duration will be from June 22 2026 - August 21 2026 Internship Contact Information: Adini Parikh Human Resources Coordinator Email: aparikh@sbgtv.com Office Phone: 703-236-9216 Please note: The applicant must receive academic credit for the internship experience. Internship Stipend: This is an unpaid internship and no stipend will be provided. Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About Sinclair: Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net [https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.globenewswire.com%2FTracker%3Fdata%3D3VignZ6bj82Dd-SkPFU2EyVsheT6ibehXOTWoqIDGNmRuraEwf-V1mRCiNH7g0F5IPCL21sqDMW9Nf_wMdU1fg%3D%3D&data=05%7C02%7Ckeparker%40sbgtv.com%7Cea2698f7abcb4ddd090b08deaa1a8c1b%7C897dbc0dc02d43479a713e589c67f8aa%7C0%7C0%7C639135228162987610%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pqWmpMthpAx7lLgjIMyHtsOY0H4krcQj7t%2BfHUkXl54%3D&reserved=0]. About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

Responsibilities

Participants will gain hands-on experience in all phases of a major-market television station's daily operations. The role involves supporting various newscast hours through morning, night, and weekend work.