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About Gray Media:Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving television markets that collectively reach approximately percent of US television households. The portfolio includes markets with the top-rated television station and markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with markets totaling nearly million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About WAFF: WAFF is the dominant station in the Tennessee Valley, both on-air and online. We cover breaking news and weather, all with a heart for the community. The Training Program: General Responsibilities: What You’ll Do: Own the role: Step into the shoes of a producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments (yes, the kind that may go on air and online). Drive digital engagement: Create content that lives beyond the TV screen, think social media, streaming apps, and web stories because we’re digital-first, always. Collaborate with pros: Work side-by-side with seasoned veterans who are the best in the business, gaining insights you won’t find in any textbook. Commit to the craft: Dedicate hours per week for weeks to mastering your specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio. Make an impact: Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies. Build your future: Position yourself at the front of the line for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network of stations. What You Bring: Current enrollment: You’re a college student (Junior or Senior status preferred) chasing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, or a related field. A "doer" mindset: You aren't afraid to get your hands dirty and take initiative; you’re here to work, not just watch. Digital savvy: You understand that media happens everywhere, from the big screen to the palm of someone’s hand. Strong work ethic: You bring urgency, organization, and a "can-do" attitude to every shift. Communication skills: You can tell a story, pitch an idea, or explain a forecast with clarity and confidence. Reliability: You’re ready to commit to the full -week program and the -hour weekly schedule. Passion for local: You care about the community and want to see how local media makes a real difference. Why You’ll Love It Here: Real-world experience: You’ll graduate with more than just a line on your resume; you’ll have the experience of having done the job. Unprecedented access: With stations across the , you’re part of a massive, innovative network that’s leading the future of media. Career fast-track: We love hiring our own. This program is designed to be the ultimate audition for your first full-time role with Gray. Paid training: Earn while you learn. This is a paid internship. A culture of innovation: We’re evolving on purpose, and you’ll be right there on the front lines of that evolution. Qualifications/Requirements: - Currently enrolled in a college or university program (junior or senior standing preferred) with a focus on Journalism, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.- Eagerness to learn: You're not afraid to ask questions, take initiative, and absorb knowledge like a sponge.- Strong communication skills: You can clearly articulate ideas, whether in writing or verbally (and you’re not shy about pitching a great story).- A digital-first mindset: You understand the power of social media, streaming, and web platforms for reaching audiences.- Reliability and a solid work ethic: We move fast, so you need to be on time and ready to roll.- Curiosity and creativity: You see challenges as opportunities and love thinking outside the box. If you are interested in interning in these areas, the station may have openings in these departments for you: News Producer News MMJ We look forward to hearing from you! ️ Interested in the program? Go to, type"Intern WAFF"(in search bar) WAFF-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company