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Job Summary:

About the Role & Program

Nightline is part of the award-winning ABC News team! The 30-minute broadcast brings viewers inside stories ranging from breaking news to feature stories. Nightline has also produced numerous original documentaries available on ABC News digital platforms and Hulu.

Nightline interns will be exposed to the inner workings of a network broadcast—from pitching stories to seeing the final product on the air. Interns will experience what life in a national newsroom is like.

What you will do:

• Review and log various media materials, such as video footage and interviews.
• Assist in setting up equipment and helping with any logical tasks required during shoots.
• Participate in essential administrative tasks crucial for the smooth operation of the show.
• Research potential topics, capture information, conduct interviews, and assist with writing and editing scripts.
• Attend editorial meetings where the Nightline team discusses potential stories, story angles, and coverage strategies.
• Assist their Production Assistant team in pulling stock photos and video for their stories.
• Support booking team

About you

Required qualifications & skills:

• Curiosity about editorial content development
• Proficiency in working efficiently within a team or group setting.
• Ability to excel and deliver results effectively in high-pressure situations.
• Knowledge and interest in current events

Preferred qualifications:

• Previous internship experience in a professional newsroom setting.
• Familiarity with ABC News Programming

Education:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) before participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at the 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
• Candidate must be available to work 40 hours/week in Eastern Standard Time for the duration of the internship- could be nights, weekends, and possibly overnights

Compensation & Benefits

The pay rate for this role is $22.00 per hour. If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits: 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Community Involvement
• Commuter Assistance
• Exclusive Discounts
• Work Flexibility
• Health Insurance and Wellbeing
• Childcare Options
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Programs
• Theme Park Admission
• Educational reimbursement 
• Weekly Pay
• Wellness Programs

Training & Development

The approximate dates of this internship are January 2025 through June 2025. ABC supports the growth and development of all employees through online learning tools and programs designed to foster inclusion. This helps employees grow both personally and professionally.

Career Progression

At ABC, you’ll find consistent opportunities across multiple platforms, with endless career possibilities. After graduation, you may apply to their Graduate Programs and potentially be offered a full-time role with the company.

Source

• jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits
• sites.disney.com/lifeatdisney/employee-stories/2024/07/16/part-of-the-story-from-disney-interns-to-disney-technologists/
• sites.disney.com/lifeatdisney/employee-stories/2023/10/24/abc-news-spotlight-hear-from-interns-on-our-team/
• youtube.com/@disneycareers