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WABC-TV (ABC7) 7 On Your Side Intern, Fall 2025

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The Walt Disney Company

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Media & Journalism
  • New York

AI generated summary

  • You must be a college student, at least 18, with work authorization. Provide housing and transportation in NYC. Commit to 24 hours/week from Aug 2025-Jan 2026. Include work samples.
  • You will pre-interview viewers seeking help, compile documentation, pitch stories, offer customer service, and shadow a reporter to learn on-camera techniques and practice stand-ups.

Requirements

  • Outstanding, highly motivated self-starter who is passionate about helping others, telling good stories, and learning how to put together a television news story.
  • A hard-working professional who is an organized multitasker who strives to competently balance different tasks, and who has outstanding phone skills.
  • Someone with an insatiable curiosity who isn't afraid to ask questions.
  • A courteous candidate who is responsible with outstanding attention to detail, professional demeanor, and strong work ethic.
  • Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
  • Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
  • Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess unrestricted work authorization
  • Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
  • The approximate dates of this internship are August 2025 through January 2026
  • All candidates must be willing to work 24 hours/week during a Monday-Friday schedule (hours and days to be determined by your supervisor)
  • Must provide own housing for the duration internship program in the New York, New York area
  • Must have reliable transportation to/from work in the New York area
  • Include a link on resume to work samples, including video editing reels

Responsibilities

  • Every single day, 7 On Your Side gets dozens of emails from our viewers. Each is a cry for help from someone who feels they've been scammed or ripped off. It's the intern's job to effectively and thoughtfully pre-interview many of these viewers to determine if the story is worth the unit's time, effort, and resources.
  • Will be responsible for pre-interviewing viewers/guests, compiling documentation, and pitching strong stories to the producer.
  • Exercise excellent customer service skills with viewers in need, organize their documents, material and maintain the project relationship.
  • Shadow reporter Nina Pineda on numerous shoots, learning on-camera techniques, and doing sample stand-ups!

FAQs

What is the role of the WABC-TV (ABC7) 7 On Your Side Intern?

The intern will be responsible for pre-interviewing viewers who reach out for help, compiling documentation, pitching strong stories to producers, and shadowing reporter Nina Pineda on shoots to learn on-camera techniques.

What are the required qualifications for this internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, at least 18 years old, possess unrestricted work authorization, and demonstrate outstanding phone skills, attention to detail, curiosity, and a strong work ethic.

What is the duration of the internship?

The approximate duration of the internship is from August 2025 through January 2026.

What is the expected work schedule for the internship?

The intern is expected to work 24 hours a week during a Monday-Friday schedule, with specific hours determined by the supervisor.

Is housing provided for the duration of the internship?

No, candidates are required to provide their own housing for the internship duration in the New York area.

What is the pay rate for this internship?

The pay rate for this role in New York is $22.00 per hour.

Are there any additional benefits provided as part of the internship?

Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.

How many hours per week is the intern expected to work?

The intern is expected to work a total of 24 hours per week.

Do I need to have previous experience in a similar role to apply?

While previous experience is beneficial, it is not explicitly required; however, candidates should demonstrate motivation, curiosity, and relevant skills.

Where can I find more information about the benefits offered in this internship?

More information about the benefits can be found by visiting the Disney careers benefits page at: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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