ARC News Intern (WTVC) - Fall 2026
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’ll actively contribute to the storytelling that informs and connects our community across platforms.
Sinclair’s newest news concept is ARC: Authentic, Relevant, and Community-focused news. ARC is designed to reach the modern viewer with updated style, graphics, and music. Our team doesn’t just explain the news—they have conversations about it, connecting viewers emotionally to the stories happening locally and nationally. ARC is currently in many markets across the country and expanding.
Responsibilities
- Assist in researching, writing, and producing news stories for broadcast and digital platforms
- Work alongside reporters, anchors, producers, and photographers in the newsroom and in the field
- Pitch fresh story ideas and help shape coverage that matters to our audience
- Learn how to shoot video, frame compelling visuals, and understand what makes a story stand out
- Gain exposure to control room operations and how live broadcasts come together in real time
What You’ll Gain
- 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
- Valuable connections to jumpstart your career in media
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, or a recent graduate
- At least a sophomore at an accredited college/university
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Available to work on-site at WTVC in Chattanooga, TN approximately 15 hours per week for 10 weeks
- Available to start between August 24th - September 14th
- Reliable transportation (housing/relocation is not provided)
- Passionate about local news, storytelling, and community impact
- Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
About Us
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. Sinclair also owns Tennis Channel, multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest, and produces digital content and original podcasts through AMP Media.
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. Our team values upward mobility, an open-door policy, and a strong desire to see you succeed.