WABC-TV, the flagship Disney/ABC – owned television station in New York, is the most-watched television station in the New York Television market and the United States. WABC also leads the market in station websites and has the highest social media engagement.

7 On Your Side is the troubleshooting/consumer unit of Eyewitness News. The unit advocates for viewers, recovering more than $1 million in restitution each year. This segment also highlights the latest scams teaching viewers how to avoid getting ripped off.



Responsibilities :
A day in the life…
Interns essentially learn the job of a researcher/booker, gaining hands-on experience pre-interviewing guests, compiling documentation, and eventually pitching viable stories to the producer. Interns will conduct research for producers’ stories, including web research, verifying data over the phone, and cross-checking multiple sources. Interns may observe story shoots with reporter, Nina Pineda.


Basic Qualifications :
What you bring to the role…

• Excellent phone skills
• Strong interest in helping others
• A self-starter and willingness to take initiative
• A strong story sense, great attention to detail and the ability to conduct effective research
• Time management and organizational skills and the ability to follow through
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work effectively with different personality types
• Working experience in Microsoft Office
• Patience, professionalism, and clear communication

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Adobe After Effects
• Previous work or internship experience in the field of broadcast television

Additional Information :

• All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• All candidates must be at least 18 years old
• All candidates must currently be enrolled in an accredited college or university and taking at least one class, classified as a Junior or Senior
• All candidates must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session

Program Dates

• All candidates must be available from August/September 2022 through January 2023
• All candidates must be available to work 32 hours per week during a Monday through Sunday schedule (hours and days to be determined by your supervisor, and could include nights, weekends and holidays)
• All students must provide their own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship
• All students must provide a consistent, reliable work schedule during the session

Work Environment:

• This internship is a remote internship. The internship requires a working, reliable internet connection, as well as a quiet, dedicated work space..