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WTVD (ABC11) Community Engagement Intern, Fall 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Marketing
    Media & Journalism
  • Durham

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  • You must be a college student or recent grad, 18+, have strong communication skills, multitask, detail-oriented, proficient in MS Office, and provide housing and transportation.
  • You will attend community meetings, assist in production and campaigns, engage on social media, and connect with non-profit organizations and community partners.

Requirements

  • Curiosity about pursuing a career in television/multi-media field
  • A hard-working professional who is an organized multitasker who strives to competently balance different tasks.
  • Are equipped with a strong, ongoing knowledge of long-form TV & video production
  • A courteous candidate who is responsible with outstanding attention to detail, professional demeanor, and strong work ethic.
  • Flexible and adaptable in environments
  • Experience with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Outstanding phone etiquette along with written and verbal communication skills.
  • Social media proficiency.
  • Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of 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
  • Be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
  • Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Durham, North Carolina area
  • Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work in the North Carolina area

Responsibilities

  • Attend community engagement meetings (virtual & in-person)
  • You will assist with the production of the station’s campaigns & initiatives
  • Assist with studio and taped long-form productions
  • Work on Social media engagement and write PSA & digital copy
  • Interaction via Zoom calls, email, and phone with our ABC11 community and corporate partners
  • Connecting with community-based non-profit organizations, and the great communities that interact with and are supported by ABC11.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The approximate dates of this internship are from August 2025 through January 2026.

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

The intern is expected to work 18 hours per week during the standard work week, Monday to Friday, between 9 am and 6 pm.

Is housing provided for the internship?

No, interns are required to provide their own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Durham, North Carolina area.

What is the pay rate for this internship position?

The pay rate for this role in North Carolina is $22.00 per hour.

What qualifications are required for applicants?

Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college/university, be at least 18 years of age, have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program, and possess unrestricted work authorization.

What kind of experience is preferred for this internship?

Preferred qualifications include experience in community engagement, corporate citizenship and social responsibility, event planning, or social media/branding, as well as coursework in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Business Administration, or a related major.

Are there any specific software skills required for this internship?

Yes, candidates should have experience with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as proficiency in using social media.

Will there be an opportunity for a phone interview?

Yes, strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview.

Is this internship available to international students?

Yes, as long as the candidates possess unrestricted work authorization.

How will interns interact with the community during the internship?

Interns will attend community engagement meetings, assist with station projects, interact with community partners via Zoom calls, email, and phone, and connect with community-based non-profit organizations.

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