WLS-TV (ABC7) I-Team & Consumer Intern, Fall 2024/Winter 2025

The Walt Disney Company

Jun 7, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Part-time
Off-cycle Internship
Media & Journalism
Chicago

Requirements

Knowledge of how to log interviews, screen calls, and emails
Some editorial experience on rooting out a story
Strong communication skills to talk to callers who are seeking help from the I-Team
A self-starer and willingness to take initiative
Preferred Qualifications:
Judgement of what may or may not be an investigation
Studying journalism or broadcast television in college
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the below requirements:
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
Be at least 18 years of age
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information:
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
The approximate dates of this internship are October 2024 through June 2025
All candidates must be willing to work 20 hours/week (hours and days to be determined by your supervisor)
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Chicago, IL area
Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work in the Chicago, IL area

Responsibilities

Assist investigative reporter and producer with stories by researching and following up on hotline calls and emails
Attend field shoots and interviews with reporter and or producer
Sit in on editing of segments
Log interviews with use of Dalet
Set up interviews
Submit Freedom of Information Act requests for data
Help find digital original stories

FAQs

What kind of work will I be doing as a WLS-TV (ABC7) I-Team & Consumer Intern?

As an intern with the ABC7 I-Team & Consumer team, you will have the opportunity to work on investigative journalism projects, consumer advocacy reports, and assist with daily newscasts. You may also have the chance to accompany reporters on field assignments and help research stories.

Where is the ABC7 (WLS-TV) station located?

The ABC7 (WLS-TV) station is located in The Loop in downtown Chicago, in the heart of the city.

How long has ABC7 been a leader in local news coverage?

ABC7 has been in a number one position in local news coverage in the Chicago market since March 1986.

Will I have the opportunity to work directly with reporters and producers at ABC7?

Yes, as an intern with the I-Team & Consumer team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with reporters, producers, and other members of the ABC7 team. You may be involved in all aspects of the news-gathering process.

What is the duration of the internship at ABC7?

The internship with the ABC7 I-Team & Consumer team is typically for the fall semester (September-December) or the winter/spring semester (January-May). The exact duration may vary depending on the schedule and needs of the station.

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