This is a 20 hour/week internship, running from August 24, 2026–December 11, 2026. This internship is hybrid; some hours will be completed in-office in Raleigh (2619 Western Boulevard, Raleigh, NC 27606) and some hours may be completed remotely. Interns should expect to be in-office approximately 10–15 hours per week. A personal vehicle is required. This internship is a part of the Emerging Leaders Program, a partnership between Capitol Broadcasting Company and Leadership Triangle.

Job Description

The WRAL News Multiplatform Journalist Intern will learn all aspects of multimedia storytelling in a local TV newsroom. The intern will be expected to produce publication-ready content across several platforms, including written and video formats, gaining real-world experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

What You'll Do

• Report and write news stories for publication across multiple platforms

• Shoot and edit video content for broadcast and digital use

• Record interviews with newsmakers and community members

• Publish content to the station website and social media pages

• Participate in possible on-camera video opportunities

• Develop an understanding of TV control room operations

• Practice storytelling and time management in a live newsroom environment

• Performs other duties as required or assigned, provided they are reasonably related to the responsibilities outlined in this job description

Requirements

• Familiarity with AP Style

• Natural curiosity and strong news judgment

• Video editing and photography skills

• News writing ability

• Strong time management skills

What You'll Gain

A portfolio of publication-ready work to share with future employers. Content may span multiple platforms including TV, website, app, YouTube, and social media.

Preferred Majors

Journalism, Communications

A Note from the Manager

A candidate will have a body of work to show future employers after working at WRAL. Be prepared to work flexible hours depending on storytelling needs, and come ready to proactively pitch stories. Comfort with technology is essential, as is a willingness to adapt to the demands of a live newsroom.

The Emerging Leaders Program:

The Emerging Leaders Program is open to rising Juniors and Seniors at North Carolina Central  University and Shaw University. There are multiple internships at Capitol Broadcasting Company offered through the Emerging Leaders Program; please only apply to one internship.

As a part of this internship, you will complete 40 hours of leadership training with Leadership Triangle. Your hours with Leadership Triangle are a paid component of the program and all sessions are mandatory. You will be introduced to leaders throughout the Triangle community and have opportunities to network and grow your professional community. All students who successfully complete the Emerging Leaders Program will be admitted into the lifelong Goodmon Fellowship.

Additionally, you will take part in a mandatory cohort-only retreat in Rocky Mount, NC. The retreat is scheduled for Saturday, September 26 - Sunday, September 27. Leadership Triangle has arranged lodging. Meals will be provided. Emerging Leaders are expected to arrange their own transportation. 

Emerging Leaders will be paid $16/hr. Additionally, each intern will receive $80/month as a transportation stipend. If you do not have your own car, you will likely spend more on transportation than is covered by the stipend. Leadership Triangle will administer all payments. This is a cohort based program, designed to promote networking across local HBCUs.

The application deadline is May 31. Interns will be notified of an application decision by June 26th.