Spectrum News Raleigh Fall 2018 Internship - Digital Spectrum 10,045 reviews - Raleigh, NC Internship About Spectrum Networks Internship: Spectrum Networks is seeking talented, creative, technical, highly self-motivated, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team of interns! From first interview through program completion, we offer students a competitive and exciting learning experience which will position you for future news/sports journalism and production opportunities. We take great pride in nurturing up-and-coming stars of tomorrow by providing a behind-the-scenes look at Spectrum News and/or Spectrum Sports. Selected candidates will gain a unique opportunity to work alongside award-winning employees who support the organizations growth, subscriber retention and profitability. Program Dates: September 10, 2018 to November 16, 2018 About Spectrum Networks: Spectrum Networks is a suite of 27 News Channels and 9 Local/Regional Sports Channels. With live events, in-depth shows and exclusive local programming, Spectrum Networks is dedicated to the lives and interests of Spectrum customers. Experience You Will Gain: Spectrum Networks Internships provides you with meaningful, real-world experience that will aid in developing confidence and marketable skills for the future. Our for-credit Internship will provide you with experiential learning in a professional setting that integrates what you have learned in the classroom. The experience of being a Spectrum Networks Intern will provide you with invaluable experiences in news and sports, and will also allow you to develop your professional skills. You will expand your network and build upon your current resume, all while having fun! Upon the successful completion of the program you will earn a stipend as a thank you for participating. Spectrum Networks offers internship opportunities in the following area: * Digital: Researching and creating news, traffic and weather content for the website and social media. Copy edit content submitted by staff. Monitoring digital and social feeds and email for developing breaking news and sending out text, email and social alerts. Duties & Responsibilities: * Complete core assignment (noted above) provided by the respective department and/or functional area * Complete portfolio project, individually or group based determined by manager * Attend internship development activities as scheduled * Shadow Spectrum Networks Team Members * Participate in rotating opportunities where applicable * Be enthusiastic, communicative and open to learning new things every day! Basic Qualifications: Skills/Abilities & Knowledge Ability to read, write, speak and understand English * Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and work under time pressure deadline * Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; ability to clearly communicate solutions; ability to relate well with diverse populations * Ability to interface with internal company personnel and build relationships * Requires ability to adapt proactively and positively solve problems Eligibility Requirements: Only the best and brightest need apply. To be considered for a Spectrum Networks internship you must: 1. Be in pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution and be able to provide documentation to confirm degree program 2. Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits) 3. Students must be 18 years of age or older 4. Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S 5. Must be willing to participate for a term of 10 weeks (16 hours weekly) September 10, 2018 to November 16, 2018 6. Must agree not to miss more than three (3) days of the internship program 7. Willing and able to uphold a flexible schedule that includes weekends, holidays, and breaking news events 8. Must receive course credit for participation in the program 9. One (1) letter of recommendation Preferred Qualifications: * Grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale * Majors in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Sports Business, Marketing, Finance etc., * Previous internship experience * Demonstrated participation in extracurricular activities a plus Working Conditions: * Office environment 11 hours ago