The KMBC 9 / KCWE 29 Internship Program is a paid, rigorous and highly competitive hands-on experience that provides individuals with the opportunity to learn about the operations of a broadcast television station. As a Sports Intern, you’ll learn how a newsroom plans, produces, and delivers sports content across broadcast and other platforms in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

What you’ll do:

Assist with coverage of local and professional teams, high school and college sports, and community events
Log games and practices; transcribe sound; cut highlights and VO/SOTs for broadcast and digital
Support field shoots
Build graphics/lower thirds; update score bugs and tickers; help prep scripts and slates
Monitor wires, social feeds, and pressers; clip and publish content
Research story ideas, stats, and trends; help build rundowns and segment plans
Write and edit short scripts, web stories, and social captions under guidance from producer

What we’re looking for:

Currently pursuing a degree in journalism, communications, film/media, sports management, or related; rising junior+ preferred
Strong sports knowledge – local, pro, and college; comfort with box scores, stats, and storylines
Clear writing skills (AP style a plus) and strong attention to detail under deadline
Basic video editing skills (Adobe Premier or similar) and comfort with newsroom workflows
Team-oriented, proactive, and coachable; able to lift 25 lbs and stand for extended periods during shoots

Your first day at the station is set aside for orientation which Must be attended. Plan to work one to two days a week, eight hours each shift with varying schedules. During your internship you should always check in with your assigned advisor upon entering the building. In-person attendance is required.

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.