Job Summary:

WLS-TV Chicago is the Midwest flagship of the ABC television network. ABC7 leads the market in local news coverage with daily newscasts, and has been in a number one position in local news since March 1986. The station’s offices and studios are located in The Loop in downtown Chicago.

The Programming/Promotion internship program is very hands-on. You will gain knowledge and real-world experience in production, post-production, promotion, public relations, writing scripts and press releases, along with digital media marketing.

Responsibilities:

A day in the life…

You will assist programming and promotion producers and will be responsible for helping to shepherd various projects through to completion. You will gain exposure to multiple departments at the station, including News, Digital, Programming, Production, Public Relations, Sales/Marketing. Video editing experience is essential.

Basic Qualifications:

What you bring to the role…

• Video editing experience in Adobe Premiere
• Creativity
• Enthusiasm, a great attitude, can-do spirit and willingness to roll up your sleeves to help whenever needed
• Attention to detail, exacting standards, and superior organization skills
• Major or previous coursework in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Video Production, or related major

As well as…

•All students must possess unrestricted work authorization

•All students must be at least 18 years old

•At the time of application, must currently be enrolled in an accredited college or university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program – OR – must have graduated from a college/university within the last 6 months, OR currently participating in a Disney Professional Internship.

• This is a remote internship. The internship requires a working, reliable internet connection, as well as a quiet dedicated workspace and the ability to work independently.

•All students must provide a consistent, reliable work schedule during the session

Preferred Qualifications:

• Junior or Senior-level standing

Additional Information:

• All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Program Dates

• All candidates must be available from May/June 2022 to January 2023
• All candidates must be available to work a minimum of 32 hours per week during a Monday through Sunday schedule (hours and days to be determined by your supervisor, and could include nights, weekends and holidays) throughout the entire internship program.
• All students must provide their own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship
• All students must provide a consistent, reliable work schedule during the session

Required Materials:

• Résumé (outlining all of your required qualifications)
• A Cover Letter outlining your interest in this position, and relative experience in work, school, and extracurricular activities

About ABC Owned TV Stations:

The General Entertainment Content group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with WLS Television, Inc., which is part of a business segment we call ABC Owned TV Stations.

WLS Television, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.