Sports Journalism Intern (Remote) [Fall 2025]

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WKRG-TV News 5 / wkrg.com: Based in Mobile, Alabama, WKRG-TV News 5 is the specific local station offering this internship opportunity. It operates as part of the larger Nexstar Media Group.

Nexstar Media Group (NASDAQ: NXST): Nexstar is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to provide services and value to consumers and advertisers across its traditional media, digital, and mobile platforms. Its wholly owned operating subsidiary, Nexstar Inc., comprises three divisions:
• Broadcasting Division: Operates, programs, or provides services to 198 television stations and related digital multicast signals, reaching approximately 39% of all U.S. television households. Its portfolio includes primary affiliates of NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, MyNetworkTV, and The CW.
• Digital Division: Manages 122 local websites and 316 mobile apps, offering hyper-local content and verticals, enabling audience choice in content access and creating new revenue opportunities.
• Networks Division: Operates WGN America (now NewsNation), a national general entertainment cable network, multicast network Antenna TV, and WGN Radio in Chicago. Nexstar also holds a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network.

Nexstar Media Group is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Description: Sports Journalism Intern (Remote) [Fall 2025]

This is a remote, unpaid, and highly selective internship opportunity for students interested in sports journalism, sports marketing, and digital content, particularly those seeking academic credit.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
• Participate in the production of a live, daily, nationally-syndicated sports talk television show, “Southeast Sports+”.
• Assist with booking guests, gathering information, and creating content.
• Provide assistance to the show’s producer and hosts with other duties as needed.
• Students demonstrating highly exceptional communications skills and presentation confidence may be occasionally selected to present material on-camera.

Why Intern with WKRG-TV / wkrg.com:
• Gain significant learning through both observation and hands-on experience.
• Work alongside knowledgeable, friendly, and generous teammates.
• Participate in a diverse cohort of students from universities across the USA.
• Enjoy a fun working environment.
• The experience gained can significantly strengthen candidacy for full-time positions upon graduation.

Learning Outcomes:
• Broaden understanding of writing for sports/news websites.
• Boost sports and news journalism skills.
• Strengthen social media skills crucial for success in sports journalism.
• Gain knowledge about the media industry and employment opportunities in the field.
• Improve craft and presentation skills applicable to the student’s course of study and intended career.
• Acquire professional work samples for use in your portfolio.
• Develop industry contacts to facilitate mentoring and career connections.

Qualifications & Requirements:
• Highly Selective: Only ONE (1) Fall 2025 Sports Journalism Intern (Remote) will be selected from each participating college campus.
• Location: Internships are remote, based at your home campus.
• Academic Focus: Students majoring in Sports Journalism at Southeastern Conference (SEC) member universities are especially encouraged to apply. Other majors encouraged include news journalism, social media content & management, communication arts, digital marketing, or similar fields.
• Unpaid & Supervised: All internships are unpaid and supervised. The intern’s station supervisor will oversee performance, evaluate progress, and ensure proper education/training.
• Academic Credit Priority: Students who must earn academic credit to participate will receive priority consideration. Interns are responsible for obtaining and completing any necessary forms from their institution for credit.
• Availability: The intern’s college/university academic advisor determines the amount of credit and weekly availability. The station intern supervisor will establish a work schedule based on the intern’s availability.
• Technical Requirements: The remote intern is responsible for securing access to a computer and the internet for communication and assignment completion.
• Desired Skills & Traits:
• Very strong writing skills (both digital and script-writing).
• Highly organized.
• Highly self-motivated.
• Zero call reluctance and/or approach anxiety.
• Familiarity Required Upon Arrival: Successful applicants should have coursework and/or practical work in:
• Writing: Basic working understanding of AP style & standards for text articles and broadcast scripts.
• Meeting Deadlines: Prepared for a fast-paced environment where assignments change with little notice; ability to participate nimbly and with flexibility.
• Video Editing: Knowledge of how to use a timeline-based software editing program like Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro.
• Video Acquisition: Ability to capture video, natural sound, and interviews on a phone or camera.

Application Process & Important Dates:
• Application Required: An application must be submitted online.
• Application Portal: Go to the Nexstar Careers portal at https://www.nexstar.tv/careers/ to apply for the Fall 2025 Sports Journalism Internship.
• Application Deadline: No later than 5 pm CST, Thursday, September 4, 2025.
• Rolling Acceptance: Interns are selected on a rolling basis, first-come / first-selected. Applicants are strongly recommended to apply as early in the SUMMER 2025 SEMESTER AS POSSIBLE (by August 14, 2025, is recommended) as slots may fill before the final deadline.
• Email Follow-up: After submitting the online application, email a copy of your resume to WKRG News Director Gene Kirkconnell at gkirkconnell@wkrg.com. The email body should include a short note explaining your interest in the program and offer several convenient timeslots for a video conference interview.

Important Dates & Deadlines:
• Application Period Opens: Thursday, July 3, 2025
• Selected Interns May Begin: On or after Monday, August 4, 2025
• Group Internship Orientation Session (via Video Conference Call): August 2025 (Day/Time TBD)
• Application Period Closes: Thursday, September 4, 2025 (or earlier, per rolling acceptance)
• Selected Interns Should Complete Internship: On or before Saturday, January 31, 2026