GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM FALL '26 - WTAP

About the role

WTAP is THE main voice in the Mid-Ohio Valley. We may be among the smallest TV stations in America, but we are also one of the most dynamic. Located in Parkersburg, WV and Marietta, OH, the Mid-Ohio Valley offers a unique blend of small-town charm and diverse opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Own the role: Step into the shoes of a producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments (yes, the kind that may go on air and online).
• Create content that lives beyond the TV screen—think social media, streaming apps, and web stories—because we're digital-first, always.
• Work side-by-side with seasoned veterans who are the best in the business, gaining insights you won't find in any textbook.
• Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering your specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio.
• Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies.
• Position yourself at the front of the line for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network of 117 stations.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Be currently enrolled in a college/university (preferred Junior/Senior)
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills
• Earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Sports, News, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry
• If interested in the program, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, type "Intern WTAP-TV" (in the search bar)

Additional Info

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.