Unpaid Intern, News

Nexstar Media is hiring an Unpaid News Intern in Champaign, Champaign County for a part-time broadcast journalism internship. Join our newsroom to gain hands-on experience in television news production, reporting, and station operations.

About the Role

As a News Intern with Nexstar Media's Champaign station, you'll support our journalism team through direct involvement in daily news production. This part-time internship combines classroom knowledge with real-world broadcast journalism experience, exposing you to every aspect of how a professional news operation delivers stories to the community.

What You'll Do

• Contribute to news research, story development, and content planning
• Assist with broadcast production, including studio operations and technical support
• Learn and support daily newsroom workflows and editorial processes
• Work collaboratively with reporters, producers, and news directors
• Develop practical skills in news writing, interviewing, and media production
• Help coordinate news coverage and community outreach initiatives

What You'll Learn

This news internship provides direct training in broadcast journalism fundamentals. You'll develop industry-relevant skills in news production, learn how professional newsrooms operate, and build experience working with journalism professionals. This hands-on approach ensures you leave with practical understanding of television news operations and a foundation for pursuing a broadcast journalism career.

About Nexstar Media

Nexstar Media operates hundreds of television stations across America, making us the nation's largest TV station operator. Our commitment to local news and community service is reflected in every Nexstar station, including our presence in Champaign.

How to Apply

Submit your application through this listing. We welcome students and recent graduates passionate about news and broadcast journalism to apply for this Champaign internship opportunity.