WAVY Unpaid Sales & Marketing (Social Media Focused) Intern, Summer Semester 2026
WAVY Unpaid Sales & Marketing (Social Media-focused) Intern. Summer 2026
WAVY-TV 10/WVBT FOX43 is searching for a dynamic SALES & MARKETING INTERN who wants to make a difference for clients trying to grow their business through advertising with a top local TV station, along with our website and social media platforms. The intern will assist the sales team in creation of sales one-sheets, assist in planning of special sales projects, perform ratings research, assist staff in prep for sales calls, and work with clients on social media strategy.
This is an UNPAID / FOR-CREDIT position for the Summer semester 2026 only.
We are looking for someone who has completed courses in a digital Sales or Marketing-related curriculum and has a working knowledge of WordPress and social media platforms. Preferred but not required: some experience analyzing algorithms, developing social media marketing plans, crafting images and videos for social media platforms. This intern could also be creating Facebook and IG posts as directed. Please include relevant coursework in resume/application.
The successful candidate must have a willingness to learn the inner workings of a local newsroom and how all departments in a TV station work to support each other. Before beginning, the intern *must be* enrolled in a college degree granting program, and *will be required* to show proof of enrollment in an internship course within that program.
12-15 hours per week on site. Monday-Friday, flexible 4 hours per day, minimum 3 times per week; days and times will vary and be set in agreement with supervisor.
To be considered for this position you must apply online at:
https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar
No calls.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
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What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions.
In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers.
From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
