Digital News Intern- Summer, 2026

Job description

WGNO ABC News in New Orleans is Southeast Louisiana’s source for local news and weather. Covering the City of New Orleans and 13 surrounding parishes/counties, WGNO reports breaking news, crime updates and community news that matters. This Summer, 2026 internship is for a college senior interested in practical experience in digital journalism . The intern will gain hands-on experience and knowledge in a blend of areas including, but not limited to, digital reporting, digital content management and social media. At WGNO, the digital news intern will: · Report and write stories in accordance with Nexstar Media and Associated Press writing standards · Edit stories · Post content on our website and manage the website · Love breaking news and the challenge of reporting a big story · Create engaging social media content with graphics, wit and timeliness · Be curious and want to learn · Possess journalistic integrity You’ll be expected to: · Contribute to the editorial process and make solid decisions in breaking news situations · Ensure that everything we publish meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality · Research and analyze background information for a...