Weather Intern- Spring, 2027
Nexstar Media Group
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- Location
- Metairie, LA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Part time, Internship
- Posted
- Nov 5
- 3 days ago
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About the company
Nexstar Media Group
Broadcast media · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- Participate in the day-to-day operations of a working weather team
- Collaborate with meteorologists, reporters, producers, and photojournalists
- Work on projects that may include forecasting preparation
- Work on projects that may include graphics creation
- Assist with live weather segments
What you need
- College junior or senior enrolled in a broadcast journalism, meteorology, communications, or related program
- Internship must be for school credit
- Demonstrated interest or experience in media production or weather coverage
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and follow instructions
- Must adhere to all company safety protocols and guidelines
- Expected to maintain the confidentiality of company operations and proprietary information
- Previous internship experience (preferred)
Key skills
broadcast journalismmeteorologycommunicationsmedia productionweather coveragecommunicationcollaboration
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Are you passionate about weather and interested in a career in broadcast journalism? WGNO News is now accepting applications for its Spring, 2027 Weather Internship Program . This internship provides college students with hands-on experience in a fast-paced television newsroom, working directly with our award-winning Weather Department .
Interns will gain practical exposure to forecasting, daily operations, and on-air weather production. This is an excellent opportunity for students seeking real-world training and mentorship from experienced professionals in the field.
Internship Details:
Department: Weather
Semester: Spring, 2027
Compensation: Unpaid (must receive academic credit)
Eligibility: Open to college or university students who are eligible to receive credit
Schedule: Based on academic program requirements and availability
What You’ll Experience:
Participate in the day-to-day operations of a working weather team
Collaborate with meteorologists, reporters, producers, and photojournalists
Work on projects that may include forecasting preparation, graphics creation, and assisting with live weather segments
Receive direct supervision and feedback in a meaningful, educational environment
Requirements & Qualifications:
College junior or senior enrolled in a broadcast journalism, meteorology, communications, or related program
Internship must be for school credit
Demonstrated interest or experience in media production or weather coverage
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently and follow instructions
Previous internship experience is a plus
Must adhere to all company safety protocols and guidelines
Expected to maintain the confidentiality of company operations and proprietary information
This internship is ideal for motivated students eager to learn and grow in the world of broadcast weather. Apply now and take the first step toward your future in media.
SCAM ALERT:
Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wgno.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv .
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