Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 10 hours ago
Digital Media Intern (In-Person) Summer 2026)
AL, Mobile
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerNexstar Media Group is a leading diversified media company, and they are seeking a Digital Media Intern for Summer 2026. The intern will gain hands-on experience in writing, search engine optimization, and visual communication while working with WKRG's Digital Content Team in Mobile, Alabama.
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Responsibilities
You will learn so much by observing and working with WKRG's Digital Content Team
You will gain writing, search engine optimization, and live streaming skills
You will gain visual communication skills as you select and design graphics to appear on WKRG.com articles
Your internship experience could significantly strengthen you as a candidate for full-time positions upon graduation
Internships with WKRG-TV / wkrg.com are HIGHLY SELECTIVE
These Summer 2026 Digital Media internships are IN-PERSON and based at our main broadcast & digital studios in Mobile, Alabama
All internships are SUPERVISED
The intern’s station supervisor will oversee the intern’s attendance and performance to evaluate, monitor, and assess the intern’s progress and ensure they are receiving the proper education/training
All internships are UNPAID
Students who must earn academic credit to participate will receive priority consideration for positions in the cohort
Students are expected to obtain and complete any forms necessary to receive credit for the internship experience
The intern’s college/university academic advisor (and institution guidelines) determines the amount of credit available (and subsequently, the amount of time an intern will be available weekly)
The station intern supervisor will consider each intern’s availability to establish a work schedule that provides an enriching experience
The intern is responsible for their transportation
An application is required
Go to the Nexstar Careers portal at https://www.nexstar.tv/careers/ and apply for the for Summer 2026 Digital Media Internship no later than 5pm CST, Monday, April 27, 2026
However, as interns are selected on a rolling basis, first-come / first-selected, we recommend you APPLY AS EARLY IN THE SPRING 2026 SEMESTER AS POSSIBLE
After submitting your application online, please email a copy of your resume to WKRG News Director Gene Kirkconnell at gkirkconnell@wkrg.com. The body of that email should include a short note explaining why you are interested in participating in the Summer 2026 internship program
Also, in that email, offer up several convenient timeslots for you to participate in a video conference to interview for the position
Selected interns may begin their internship experience on or after Monday, May 4, 2026
Selected interns should complete their internship experience on or before Friday, September 4, 2026
Monday, February 16, 2026 - Application Period Opens
Monday, April 27, 2026 - Application Period Closes on or, per rolling acceptance, before this date
April 2026 – Group Internship Orientation Session (via Video Conference Call on a Day/Time TBD)
Broaden understanding of writing for a news website, boost journalism skills, and learn 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
Depart the experience with professional work samples for use in your portfolio
Develop contacts in the industry to facilitate mentoring and career connections
Successful applicants will have already engaged in some coursework and/or practical work in the following areas: Writing – Arrive to the internship with a basic working understanding of AP style & standards for text articles and broadcast scripts
The internship will teach you how to hone your writing to craft more compelling articles and scripts which adhere to professional formats and standards
Meeting Deadlines – Journalism is driven by delivering assignments in a timely fashion
The pace is very fast
Assignments often change with little notice
You should be prepared to participate nimbly and with flexibility to fully experience how professionals in our organization conduct their business and meet their responsibilities
Qualification
Required
Students who must earn academic credit to participate will receive priority consideration for positions in the cohort
Students are expected to obtain and complete any forms necessary to receive credit for the internship experience
The intern is responsible for their transportation
Successful applicants will have already engaged in some coursework and/or practical work in writing
Arrive to the internship with a basic working understanding of AP style & standards for text articles and broadcast scripts
Meeting Deadlines – Journalism is driven by delivering assignments in a timely fashion
The pace is very fast
Assignments often change with little notice
You should be prepared to participate nimbly and with flexibility to fully experience how professionals in our organization conduct their business and meet their responsibilities
Preferred
Though not required, it's beneficial if you have already engaged in some coursework and/or practical work in Video Editing
Arrive to the internship knowing how to use a timeline-based software editing program like Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro
The internship will teach you how to organize, shape, and sharpen the material you capture into lucid, stronger visual stories
Arrive to the internship able to capture video, natural sound, and interviews on your phone or camera
The internship will teach you how to develop your eye and ear to identify and capture even stronger elements for your stories
Company
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Founded in 2000
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.5M2017-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $2.5M
2003-12-05IPO
Leadership Team
Bill Sammon
SVP
Jerry Walsh
Senior Vice President, Local Content Development
Recent News
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