Television Engineering Internship
Are you among the best and brightest at your college or university and are contemplating what’s next? Life is short. Stop waiting for “real life” to start and put your knowledge to the test. Launch your media career with Gray Television’s paid internship program!
Interested in learning more? Check out the program description and apply today!
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets reaching 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. By upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and developing the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WMBF:
Northeastern South Carolina and parts of southeastern North Carolina. This Gray Television owned station was launched in 2008 in Myrtle Beach, SC and was built as a state-of-the art High Definition broadcast facility. We broadcast 39 hours of live local news and weather along with NBC programming to 8 counties along the Grand Strand beaches westward into Florence, SC. We also use digital media platforms to deliver breaking news coverage to a fast-growing audience. Myrtle Beach is a family vacation destination for millions of visitors each year due to our white sandy beaches, more than a hundred golf courses, amusement parks and mild weather. It is a pleasure to work in a city where so many people want to visit.
The Internship Program:
As a paid intern, you won’t sit and watch someone else doing their job. Gray’s intern program is an immersive experience where you serve as a valued team member to our award-winning teams.
With 113 television stations across the U.S., Gray Television offers an unprecedented opportunity for students to learn an area of broadcast expertise from seasoned professionals in the business. Whether your interest involves news, production, sales, marketing, or engineering, our stations become a hands-on learning environment for Gray Television interns. If we have an employee doing it, there can be a Gray intern learning and earning.
Not only will you walk away with an expanded resume and portfolio, but Gray’s paid internship opens doors to begin your full-time career with Gray Television. Many of our current employees started as interns. Our paid internship program puts you at the front of the line for full-time job openings, armed with the training you received from your internship.
We’re committed to a broad applicant recruiting outreach program in our continuing efforts to represent our diverse community.
Are you a college junior or senior with a passion for television technology and a strong interest in IT infrastructure? Join our dynamic team and gain hands-on experience in the world of broadcast engineering!
About the Role
We are seeking motivated and tech-savvy students to join our Television Engineering Department. This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to work behind the scenes of television production, assisting with the technical operations that keep our content on the air and online.
Interns will work alongside seasoned broadcast and IT engineers, learning the ins and outs of broadcast systems, IT networks, and real-time problem-solving.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of broadcast and IT systems
- Monitor on-air signals and ensure technical standards are met
- Support studio and control room operations during live and pre-recorded broadcasts
- Perform hands-on tasks with servers, cabling, and audio/video equipment
- Collaborate with team members on system upgrades and infrastructure improvements
What We're Looking For
- Current college junior or senior pursuing a degree in Broadcast Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or a related field
- Strong interest in television engineering and information technology
- Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and operating systems
- Proficiency in Windows and/or Linux environments, Microsoft Office, and basic computer troubleshooting
- Eagerness to learn, contribute to a team, and get hands-on
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Perks
- Paid internship with eligibility for college credit
- Real-world experience in television and IT environments
- Mentorship from experienced industry professionals
Opportunities to grow into future full-time roles
We look forward to hearing from you!
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WMBF-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television 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 Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which 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 Television 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.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus by the first workday.