Gray Media - Training Program Summer '26 - WSMV

About the role

WSMV is looking for dynamic individuals to join its team of journalists. Nashville’s first station offers coverage of breaking news and weather, and is situated in one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. The city is vibrant and offers a variety of attractions beyond live music.

Responsibilities

• Own the role: Step into the shoes of a producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments.
• Drive digital engagement: Create content that lives beyond the TV screen, such as on social media, streaming apps, and web stories.
• Collaborate with pros: Work side-by-side with seasoned veterans to gain valuable insights.
• Commit to the craft: Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering your specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio.
• Make an impact: Tell stories that matter to the community or assist local businesses through innovative media strategies.
• Build your future: Position yourself at the forefront of full-time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network of 113 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, News, Sports, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry
• If interested, the station may have openings in Marketing, Sales, Creative Services, Sports, Weather, News Production, News MMJ, Engineering

Benefits

Paid training: Earn while you learn. This is a paid internship.

Schedule

Full-time, 25 hours per week for 10 weeks.

Pay

Intern rate of pay can range from minimum wage in your state to $15.00 an hour.

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.
• The company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
• 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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.