GBH News Investigative Unit Internship - Spring 2025 (Manufacturing)
GBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.
At GBH, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are hybrid and work both from home and onsite. Our current hybrid approach requires staff to work onsite a minimum of two days each week, every Tuesday and one other day, to be determined by their business unit. Hybrid staff are also welcome to come in additional days each week or may be asked to come in on other days by their manager.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
GBH News creates and broadcast original content on multiple platform including Radio, TV, and Digital. GBH News team covers and produces local and national news including in-depth feature stories and interviews, covering a wide range of topics.
JOB OVERVIEW
The GBH News Intern will work with the newsroom investigations team to learn about the process and operation of the local newsroom and the goals and methods of investigative reporting. The intern will participate in research and writing for major investigative projects and will also be expected to participate occasionally in daily news coverage.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide writing and research for the investigations team and other units in the Newsroom.
- Duties may include researching specific news topics, the results of which will be used in news content or for interviews.
- Participate in regular news meetings and offer story ideas.
- Cover daily news events when assigned.
SKILL SET
- Must be able to write clear, accurate news copy on deadline.
- Must be curious and energetic about pursuing hidden information.
- Knowledge of Excel and other data management programs is a plus.
- Familiarity with recording equipment and editing software is a plus.
- Ability to write newscast-quality copy from AP and other sources using AP Style writing with proper attribution.
- Knowledge of news, current events, and lawmakers/government leaders at the local, state, and national level.
JOB-STATUS
Paid Internship $17/hour (Part-time)
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
GBH internships provide students with valuable work experience and real-world knowledge across many different fields of study, from TV and radio production to web design, accounting, law, and other administrative areas.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
- Internship dates: January 27th to April 18th.
- Candidates must have their own computer and access to Wi-Fi.
- Candidates must be in an Undergrad or Grad program and have work authorization for the United States.
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GBH is an equal opportunity employer. The community and audience we serve are diverse, and we wish to foster that diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, GBH does not discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment, or promotion based on race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Application Process Assistance
GBH will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate an accommodation request, contact the Human Resource department by sending an email to human_resources@wgbh.org or by calling 617-300-2000.
