WPBF, the ABC affiliate in Palm Beach Gardens, FL is offering a Paid Internship in the News Department.
Summer 2026 Session
Application Window: March 16, 2026 – April 30, 2026
Session: June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026
In order to apply for an internship at WPBF, please provide a cover letter with your application. The cover letter should include:
Interns will spend 10-12 weeks shadowing and gaining on-the-job experience. You will be working in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
News Producer
You will collaborate with news managers and other producers to determine what the important stories are daily that need to be covered.
You will learn how to write copy for broadcast, research stories for details and accuracy, and develop the ability to complete projects quickly and efficiently.
You will learn how to manage the execution of a live newscast in a control room, working closely with production staff.
You will learn how to create graphic elements, including lower-third supers and full screen graphics.
You must be able to work under tight deadlines and have an eye for accuracy.
You will communicate with reporters to learn the details of their stories to determine the placement in the newscast and how to tease compelling elements.
News Reporter
You must be able to work under tight deadlines and have an eye for accuracy.
You will collaborate with reporters and photographers to learn the responsibilities of covering local news.
You will learn how to write your own stories for both online and broadcast.
You will learn to shoot standups and practice live shots.
You will cover news and write stories for newscasts, under the guidance of producers & news managers.
You will learn the technical workflow and skills needed to work as a local news reporter.
Video-Journalist
You will learn how to gather video and interview content, and how to assemble stories for broadcast.
You will learn how to make quick assessments regarding safety and situational concerns, while shooting video at various locations/events.
You will collaborate with reporters with the goal of telling a visually compelling story.
You will learn the importance of care and maintenance of equipment.
You will learn the technical workflow and skills needed to work as a local video journalist.
Prior experience shooting video and/or editing on Adobe Premiere preferred.
Digital Producer
You will collaborate with our digital news manager and other digital producers to determine what the important stories are daily that need to be covered.
You will learn how to write copy for broadcast, research stories for details and accuracy, and develop the ability to complete projects quickly and efficiently.
You will learn how to produce content in a content management system that supports and populates our digital platforms – web and social.
You will communicate with reporters to learn the details of their stories, as well as make needed calls for information.
You will learn the technical workflow and skills needed to work as a digital producer.
Technical Production
You will observe and train on all aspects of behind-the-scenes newscast production: directing, technical directing, audio, camera operation.
You will learn how all the roles work together to execute a live newscast from the control room.
You will learn how to manage newscast execution software, graphics, camera shots and live in the field elements during a newscast.
You will learn how communicate with a team during stressful situations to troubleshoot and navigate live issues to a positive outcome.
Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, and connected to the communities we serve.
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
As one of the nation’s largest global, diversified information, services and media companies, Hearst has been leading with purpose and integrity and innovating for more than a century. With a mission to inform audiences and improve lives, the company’s portfolio includes global financial services leader Fitch Group; Hearst Health, a group of medical information and services businesses; Hearst Transportation, which includes CAMP Systems International, a major provider of software-as-a-service solutions for managing the maintenance of jets and helicopters; 35 television stations; 24 daily and 52 weekly newspapers; more than 200 magazine editions around the world and ownership in cable television networks A&E, HISTORY, Lifetime and ESPN.
Leading with purpose, Hearst is always moving forward. With a commitment to the highest quality in our products and services, we’re investing in healthcare solutions to help improve patient outcomes and technology that curbs emissions. Our brands are providing vital analysis, data and software to the global financial services industry; delivering important service and investigative journalism; and inspiring audiences with sports and entertainment programming. And we are dedicated to serving the communities it operates in, both civically and philanthropically.
