News Intern (In-Person) Summer 2026

Why Intern with WKRG-TV / wkrg.com in Mobile, AL?

• You will learn so much by observing AND DOING.
• You will work with knowledgeable, friendly, generous teammates.
• You will participate with a diverse cohort of students from universities across the USA and around the world.
• You will have fun on the job.
• You will have a blast when you’re not working, as our community has many beautiful beaches, other great attractions to see, and activities to enjoy.
• Your internship experience could significantly strengthen you as a candidate for full-time positions upon graduation.

Qualifications for Summer 2026 News Internships:

Internships with WKRG-TV / wkrg.com are HIGHLY SELECTIVE.

All Summer 2026 News Internships are IN-PERSON and based at our main broadcast & digital studios in Mobile, Alabama.

We do not offer remote News Internships.

All internships are SUPERVISED.  The intern’s station supervisor will oversee the intern’s attendance and performance to evaluate, monitor, and assess the intern’s progress and ensure they are receiving the proper education/training.

All internships are UNPAID.

Students who must earn academic credit to participate will receive priority consideration for positions in the cohort.  Students are expected to obtain and complete any forms necessary to receive credit for the internship experience.  The intern’s college/university academic advisor (and institution guidelines) determines the amount of credit available (and subsequently, the amount of time an intern will be available on a weekly basis).  The station intern supervisor will take into account each intern’s availability to establish a work schedule which provides for an enriching experience.

The intern is responsible for their own transportation.

APPLY NOW to secure a Summer 2026 News Internship position:

An application is required.

Go to the Nexstar Careers portal at https://www.nexstar.tv/careers/ and apply for Summer 2026 News Internship no later than 5pm CST, Monday, April 27, 2026.

However, as interns are selected on a rolling basis, first-come / first-selected, we recommend you APPLY AS EARLY IN THE SPRING 2026 SEMESTER AS POSSIBLE.

After submitting your application online, please email a copy of your resume to WKRG News Director Gene Kirkconnell at gkirkconnell@wkrg.com.  The body of that email should include a short note explaining why you are interested in participating in Summer 2026 internship program.  Also, in that email, offer up several timeslots which are convenient for you to participate in a video conference to interview for the position.

IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES for Summer 2026 Internship Applicants:

Applications, interviews, and acceptance are conducted on a rolling basis.

Summer 2026 News Internship Cohort positions will be filled by qualified candidates on a first come, first selected basis.  When available internship slots are filled, the application process will be closed.  This may occur BEFORE the deadlines and dates posted below.

The sooner you apply (by March 16, 2026, is recommended), the sooner you will be interviewed, and the sooner you will learn if you have been accepted into the program.

Here are some important dates and deadlines of which to be aware:

• Selected interns may begin their internship experience on or after Monday, May 4, 2026.
• Selected interns should complete their internship experience on or before Friday, September 4, 2026.
• Monday, February 16, 2026 - Application Period Opens
• Monday, April 27, 2026 - Application Period Closes on or, per rolling acceptance, before this date
• April 2026 – Group Internship Orientation Session (via Video Conference Call on a Day/Time TBD)

LEARNING OUTCOMES for the Summer 2026 News Internship include:

Broaden understanding of journalism and the media industry and employment opportunities in the field.

Improve craft and presentation skills applicable to the student’s course of study and intended career.

Depart the experience with professional work samples for use in your portfolio.

Develop contacts in the industry to facilitate mentoring and career connections.

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