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JOB DESCRIPTION

WGME / WPFO has a great opportunity for you! We are looking for an investigative news intern. Qualified candidates should be pursuing a journalism/communications/media degree or have an interest in working in a broadcast newsroom. We are looking for highly motivated, dedicated students who are looking to get the most out of their internship experience.

Qualified candidates will have:

• Completed or be in their junior or senior year of college at a four-year accredited college or university
• We are looking for highly motivated, dedicated students who are looking to get the most out of their internship experience
• Qualified candidates must be eligible to receive college credit to participate in this internship, and be at least 18 years of age
• This internship is unpaid
• You must be eligible to receive college credit to participate in this internship and be at least 18 years of age.
• Credit Verification forms will be provided

What You'll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in news reporting and investigative journalism
• Learn to develop and maintain sources
• Improve your writing skills
• Knowledge of how to source and visualize data
• Submit public records requests
• Networking opportunities with seasoned professionals in the industry
• Portfolio building
• Mentoring and guidance from experienced journalists

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT US

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.