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ABC News Assignment Desk Intern, Spring 2025
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10096361 Location New York, New York, United States Business ABC News Date posted Sep. 30, 2024Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
Ever wonder what it’s like to work in a fast-paced newsroom? The ABC News NY Bureau is seeking an intern who will learn the ins and outs of what it takes to work in a breaking-news environment. An internship on the ABC News Assignment Desk is crafted to introduce and engage undergraduate students with a passion for broadcast journalism to the daily workings of a 24-hour global news organization. This position is perfect for those who enjoy a fast-paced atmosphere and have a desire to gain experience working in many different stages of production.
What You Will Do
Offering assistance in production to the ABC News Assignment Desk, which includes tasks such as answering phones and coordinating travel arrangements
Contributing story ideas, conducting research, participating in editorial calls, logging video feeds, and transcribing tapes
Crafting stories or managing live streams for ABC News Digital platforms
Required Qualifications & Skills
An avid newsreader with a genuine curiosity about current affairs
Detail oriented, works well under pressure and excellent multi-tasking skills
Proven interest (academic or internship) in journalism or production
Experience working in a newsroom for an affiliate, newspaper, or established online publication preferred
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
Ability to work flexible schedules with availability on weekends and evenings in case of breaking news
Preferred Qualifications
Experience writing for either online or print publications
Education
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
Undergraduate students in their Junior or Senior year preferred
Major or previous coursework in Journalism, Communications, Media Studies, Film/Television or a related field
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Must be at least 18 years of age
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program.
Must be able to work on-site in New York City and have reliable transportation to/from work
Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are January 2025 through June 2025. Candidate must be available to work 40 hours/week in Eastern Standard time for the duration of the internship- could include nights and weekends
The pay rate for this role in New York, NY is $22.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About ABC News:
The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call ABC News.
American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.