WHAS11 offers internships to college/university undergraduate and graduate students. Our internships can be a vital part of a student's preparation for employment. Interning at our facility provides a unique setting where students can experience firsthand the daily operations of television broadcasting. Through the Internship Program, WHAS11 invests in tomorrow's workforce by offering challenging educational opportunities today. Our internships are unpaid.

What can students gain from the program?

The classroom setting provides an excellent forum for acquiring and analyzing information; likewise, a successful internship affords students the chance to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real-life situations. As an intern at WHAS11, students can test their creative talent, exercise their analytical skills and increase their understanding of broadcast operations and industry trends. In addition, through their interactions with established professionals, interns often find mentors and role models that can help to facilitate their career planning. In what departments are internship opportunities generally available? WHAS11 internships are available in News, Production, Creative Services, Programming, Sports, Sales, and Human Resources. The number of internships available in each of these departments may vary from semester to semester.

What does WHAS11 look for in an intern?

Ideal candidates for WHAS11 internships are graduate or undergraduate college students. Students majoring in a related field to the internship desired, or with a Liberal Arts major are preferred, however, students majoring in other areas will also be considered. Qualified students must have strong written and oral communication skills, and be interested in pursuing a career in broadcasting.

When are internships available?

Internships are available predominately during summer months.

How does an intern receive college credit for an internship?

The allocation of college credit is at the discretion of the college or university the student is attending. It is the student's responsibility to obtain and complete the appropriate forms/paperwork in order to receive college credit for their internship experience. Students are also responsible for meeting any college or university registration requirements related to the internship. WHAS11 will assist students with the completion of forms or provide information concerning the internship experience. The final authority on credits received remains with the college or university and/or its designated representatives.

How do I apply for an internship at WHAS11?

You can download an internship application or they are available through the Human Resources Office at WHAS11. You may also request an application by calling (502)582-7711.

The completed internship application should be mailed to:
WHAS11
Attn: Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 1100
Louisville , Kentucky 40201

If you have questions, you can call the Human Resources Office at (502)582-7725.

Although requests for internships are accepted at any time, preference will be given to applications received by April 15.

A representative from the department will contact finalists for a personal interview where the internship would occur. Finalists outside the Louisville area may be interviewed by phone.

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