Gray Television hiring GRAY TELEVISION SALES INTERNSHIP FALL '24 - WKYT in Lexington, KY | LinkedIn (2024)

Are you among the best and brightest at your college or university and are contemplating what’s next? Life is short. Stop waiting for “real life” to start and put your knowledge to the test. Launch your media career with Gray Television’s paid internship program!

Interested in learning more? Check out the program description and apply today!

About Gray Television:Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets reaching 6 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. By upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and developing the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WKYT: Serving and building a better community in many neighborhoods across Kentucky marks the six decades of WKYT in the Lexington market. From award-winning journalism to breakthrough investigations, our unique content is delivered on many platforms, and our Everyday Kentucky lifestyle show gives you a look at the finest the area offers in arts, music, theater, culinary excellence, and more. WKYT helps raise millions of dollars for the community, and is the Lexington's leader for local news, weather, sports and investigative journalism.

The Sales Internship Program:As a paid intern in this specific program, you will have an immersive experience where you serve as a valued team member learning the fundamentals of sales and marketing. You will also get a behind-the-scenes look at how a dominant local media organization operates.

Do you prefer an on-the-go lifestyle and thrive at making friends and connections? Do you enjoy learning and pursuing opportunities that grow your skill set? Are you self-motivated, but thrive in a positive team culture? If this sounds like you, try a paid internship opportunity to gain work experience as a Media and Brand Strategy Consultant. Were you interested in learning more? Check out the program description and apply today!

Interns will build and develop their new business hunting and entry strategy techniques. You’ll also get out into the community with your teammates and managers to meet with business owners and marketing executives. You’ll learn how to build a cohesive marketing solution using the strength of video and the data supporting digital advertising.

We’re committed to a broad applicant recruiting outreach program in our continuing efforts to represent our diverse community. This internship pays $15.00/hr.Qualifications/Requirements:▪️ You must be currently enrolled in a college/university. Senior Year Preferred

▪️ Strong work ethic, and organization skills

▪️ College student earning a degree with a desire to get hands-on experience in Sales, Journalist/Broadcast

We look forward to hearing from you!

▪️ Interested in the program? Go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, type "Intern WKYT" (in search bar)WKYT-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free companyAdditional Info:Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Television encourages all new employees to fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before or by the first workday.