GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM FALL '26 - WVLT

About Gray Media

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 such markets measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group, with 46 markets, and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies and the most advanced digital products and services. Our 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 WVLT

WVLT is located in beautiful Knoxville, Tennessee. We produce 58 hours of local news per week on our CBS and CW stations. At the doorstep of the Smoky Mountains and on the banks of the Tennessee River, Knoxville is the 60th largest television market in the country. In addition to being home to the University of Tennessee's flagship campus, Knoxville sports a walkable downtown, sophisticated mix of culture and cuisine, a diverse and robust employment sector, advanced medical care, and amenities found in big cities, yet maintains a small-town feel.

The Training Program

Are you tired of just watching from the sidelines? Ready to stop "shadowing" and start actually doing the work that reaches thousands of people every single day? We’re looking for the next generation of media powerhouses, producers, reporters, weather experts, and sales executives who are hungry to dive head-first into the fast-paced world of local media. This isn't your typical "get the coffee" internship. The Gray Media Training Program is a high-octane, 10-week immersive experience where you don’t just learn the job; you own it. Whether you’re crafting the lead story for the evening news, tracking a cold front on our weather tech, or closing a digital ad deal, you’ll be a vital part of our award-winning team from day one.

The intern rate of pay can range from your state's minimum wage to $15.00/hr.

General Responsibilities

Support daily operations

Dive into the fast-paced world of local news, assisting various departments (news, production, digital) with their crucial day-to-day tasks.

Create engaging content

Help craft stories, social media posts, and digital updates that resonate with our New Orleans audience.

Research and fact-check

Assist reporters and producers in gathering information, verifying details, and ensuring accuracy across all platforms.

Learn multi-platform workflows

Get hands-on experience with how content moves from concept to broadcast, streaming, and social channels.

Assist with field assignments

Potentially join crews on location, observing live shoots and contributing to the logistics of remote broadcasts.

Collaborate and contribute

Bring your fresh ideas to team meetings, offering new perspectives on storytelling and audience engagement.

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 25 hours per week for 10 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 117 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 10-week program and the 25-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 113 stations across the U.S., 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

▪️ Be currently enrolled in a college/university (preferred Junior/Senior)

▪️ Strong work ethic and organizational skills

▪️ Earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, News, Sports, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry

The intern rate of pay can range from your state's minimum wage to $15.00/hr.

Ready to stop practicing and start performing? Let’s build the future of media together.

If you are interested in interning in these areas, the station

may have

openings in these departments for you

News/MMJ

News Production

Sports

Weather

Engineering

Creative Services

Marketing

Sales

• We look forward to hearing from you!
• The intern rate of pay can range from your state's minimum wage to $15.00/hr.
• ▪️ Interested in the program? Go to
• <https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings>
• , type

"Intern WVLT"

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• WVLT-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.