GRAY MEDIA FUTURE FOCUS SALES INTERN (SPRING '2026) - GRAY MEDIA (WLBT)

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 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 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 WLBT:

WLBT-TV is the #1 rated local TV and digital media operation in Central Mississippi. We are a dominant NBC affiliate and part of the Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network. We consistently produce award-winning local news coverage. Jackson is Mississippi's largest TV DMA, serving as the state capital, with several local universities, and is home to the largest medical facilities in the state, including the prestigious University of Mississippi Medical School. The Jackson metro is the economic hub of Mississippi and a great place to work, live, and raise a family.

Jackson is also located within a short drive from beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, New Orleans, Memphis, Birmingham, Nashville, Dallas, and Atlanta. If you love SEC sports, Ole Miss and Mississippi State are just down the road. And Saints, Pelicans, and Grizzlies fans are an easy three-hour drive from NOLA and Memphis.

The Sales Internship Program:

As a paid intern in this specific program, you will have an immersive experience where you serve as a valued team member learning the fundamentals of sales and marketing. You will also get a behind-the-scenes look at how a dominant local media organization operates.

Do you prefer an on-the-go lifestyle and thrive at making friends and connections? Do you enjoy learning and pursuing opportunities that grow your skill set? Are you self-motivated, but thrive in a positive team culture? If this sounds like you, come try out a paid internship opportunity to gain work experience as a Media and Brand Strategy Consultant. Interested in learning more? Check out the program description and apply today!

Interns will build and develop their new business hunting and entry strategy techniques. You’ll also get out into the community with your teammates and managers to meet with business owners and marketing executives. You’ll learn how to build a cohesive marketing solution using the strength of video and the data supporting digital advertising.

We’re committed to a broad applicant recruiting outreach program in our continuing efforts to represent our diverse community.

General Responsibilities:

You'll wear many hats on our sales team—and that's what makes this internship special. Your day-to-day will include:

- Lead generation and research – Identify prospects, build prospect lists, and conduct market research to fuel the pipeline
- Logistics and coordination – Arrange client deliveries, coordinate events, and ensure every presentation leaves a lasting impression
- Creative support – Curate goody bags, design leave-behinds, and help craft memorable client experiences
- Administrative excellence – Update CRM systems, organize sales materials, track metrics, and keep our team running smoothly
- Proposal and collateral support – Assist with proposal development, create sales decks, and organize marketing materials
- Events and trade shows – Help set up booths, manage logistics, and represent our company at industry events
- And beyond – We'll find meaningful work that matches your skills and interests. This role evolves based on what the team needs and what you're passionate about
- The key? You'll never have a boring day. We believe the best sales education comes from being involved in every aspect of the business—and we'll make sure you're in the thick of it.

Qualifications:

- Currently enrolled in a college/university program
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Organized and detail-oriented with excellent time management
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google Suite
- Eagerness to learn and coachability
- Reliable transportation a