GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM SUMMER ’26 – KHNL – Hawaii Association of Broadcasters

The Training Program

What You’ll Do:

Own the role: Step into the shoes of a producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments (yes, the kind that may go on air and online).
Drive digital engagement: Create content that lives beyond the TV screen, think social media, streaming apps, and web stories because we’re digital-first, always.
Collaborate with pros: Work side-by-side with seasoned veterans who are the best in the business, gaining insights you won’t find in any textbook.
Commit to the craft: Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering your specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio.
Make an impact: Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies.
Build your future: Position yourself at the front of the line for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network of 117 stations.

What You Bring:

Current enrollment: You’re a college student (Junior or Senior status preferred) chasing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
A “doer” mindset: You aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty and take initiative; you’re here to work, not just watch.
Digital savvy: You understand that media happens everywhere, from the big screen to the palm of someone’s hand.
Strong work ethic: You bring urgency, organization, and a “can-do” attitude to every shift.
Communication skills: You can tell a story, pitch an idea, or explain a forecast with clarity and confidence.
Reliability: You’re ready to commit to the full 10-week program and the 25-hour weekly schedule.
Passion for local: You care about the community and want to see how local media makes a real difference.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

Real-world experience: You’ll graduate with more than just a line on your resume; you’ll have the experience of having done the job.
Unprecedented access: With 113 stations across the U.S., you’re part of a massive, innovative network that’s leading the future of media.
Career fast-track: We love hiring our own. This program is designed to be the ultimate audition for your first full-time role with Gray.
Paid training: Earn while you learn. This is a paid internship.
A culture of innovation: We’re evolving on purpose, and you’ll be right there on the front lines of that evolution.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Be currently enrolled in a college/university (preferred Junior/Senior)
Strong work ethic and organizational skills
College Student, junior or senior, earning a degree in Journalism/Communications, Business, Advertising/PR, Entertainment and Media Studios, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry

If you are interested in interning in these areas, the station may have openings in these departments for you:

Ready to stop practicing and start performing? Let’s build the future of media together

The intern rate of pay can range from your state’s minimum wage to $16 an hour.

Interested in the program? Go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, type “Intern KHNL” (in search bar)

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