Job Posting Title:
KTRK-TV (ABC13) News Intern, Spring 2027Req ID:
10158354Job Description:
About the Role & Program
ABC13 (KTRK-TV) Houston leads the market in local news coverage with daily newscasts and is number one on air and online.
We are looking for an intern who wants to learn from the experienced team from Houston's #1 source for news. Our ideal candidate is ready to develop their news judgment, writing skills, and be prepared to experience what broadcast news brings daily.
This role focuses on all aspects of a broadcast news station, but we are looking for candidates who want to sharpen their skills as a journalist outside of on-air opportunities.
The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 to early June 2027.
What You Will Do
- Work with reporters and photojournalists in the field for newsgathering and live remotes
- Write copy and edit video for newscasts
- Observe producers and executive producers in their respective roles
- Attend morning and afternoon editorial meetings
- Get an up-close look at how news is distributed beyond TV to our myriad of digital and social media platforms
- Assist in the planning of news stories, and in the day-to-day operations of the assignment desk and newsroom
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Previous experience (academic or internship) in journalism (print and/or broadcast); television, news and news media production; and/or television news script writing
- Experience in and knowledge of using social media platforms to post content
- Experience with multi-tasking in a constantly evolving collaborative work environment, effectively balancing and prioritizing multiple projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with video editing using Adobe Premiere
Education
- Junior or Senior year preferred
- Major or previous coursework in a mass media/news media-related field
Eligibility Requirements & Internship Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
- Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
- Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
Additional Information
- Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
- The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 through early June 2027
- Fully available to work 20 hours per week during a Monday through Friday schedule
- Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Houston, Texas area
- Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
The pay rate for this role in Texas is $19.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
Job Posting Segment:
Disney NetworksJob Posting Primary Business:
Disney Networks AllPrimary Job Posting Category:
Other Intern, Production InternEmployment Type:
Part timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Houston, TX, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-10-01Skills Required
- Previous academic or internship experience in journalism, television news, news media production, or television news script writing
- Experience using social media platforms to post content
- Ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects in a constantly evolving collaborative environment
- Junior or senior college standing preferred
- Major or coursework in mass media or a news-media-related field
- Experience with video editing using Adobe Premiere
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university, or current participation in a Disney College Program or Internship
- At least 18 years of age
- Unrestricted work authorization
- No more than one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
- Consistent and reliable availability for the internship
- Availability to work 20 hours per week Monday through Friday
- Ability to provide housing in the Houston, Texas area
- Reliable transportation to and from work
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials outline medical, dental, and vision coverage for many full‑time roles, wellness resources, and (in Central Florida) access to Centers for Living Well clinics and pharmacy. References to mental‑health support and paid time off reinforce a strong core health offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Complimentary theme‑park admission and discounts on hotels, dining, merchandise, and recreation are positioned as signature perks. Education support through Disney Aspire adds notable lifestyle value for eligible hourly employees.
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