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Hearst

WGAL News Intern - 2026 Summer

Lancaster, PA · On-site

Department preference (for example, News Producing, Reporting, Photography, Sports or Meteorology) Available start and end dates Days and hours available to intern Briefly state your main objectives ...

Hearst Television

WGAL News Intern - 2026 Fall

Lancaster, PA · On-site

... or Meteorology) • Available start and end dates • Days and hours available to intern • ... Briefly state your main objectives for participating in WGAL-TV internship (please be specific) • ...

Hearst

WGAL News Intern - 2026 Fall

Lancaster, PA · On-site

Department preference (for example, News Producing, Reporting, Photography, Sports or Meteorology) Available start and end dates Days and hours available to intern Briefly state your main objectives ...

Hearst

WGAL News Intern - 2026 Fall

Lancaster, PA

Department preference (for example, News Producing, Reporting, Photography, Sports or Meteorology) Available start and end dates Days and hours available to intern Briefly state your main objectives ...

Hearst

WGAL News Intern - 2026 Fall

Lancaster, PA

Department preference (for example, News Producing, Reporting, Photography, Sports or Meteorology) Available start and end dates Days and hours available to intern Briefly state your main objectives ...

AccuWeather Careers

Human Resources Intern

State College, PA

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

The HR Intern will support daily HR operations, recruitment, employee engagement activities, and ... meteorology." Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been called "the most accurate ...

AccuWeather Careers

Human Resources Intern

State College, PA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

The HR Intern will support daily HR operations, recruitment, employee engagement activities, and ... meteorology." Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been called "the most accurate ...

AccuWeather Careers

Human Resources Intern

State College, PA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

The HR Intern will support daily HR operations, recruitment, employee engagement activities, and ... meteorology." Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been called "the most accurate ...

Amentum

Software Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

... Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Remote Sensing or a related technical field from an ABET-accredited university. * Bachelor's degree with 5+ years' experience (including intern/co-op experience)

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How much do meteorology intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for meteorology intern in the United States is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or tasks are typically assigned to Meteorology Interns?

Meteorology Interns often assist with collecting and analyzing weather data, preparing forecasts or briefing materials, and supporting research on atmospheric phenomena. They might work on projects such as compiling climate statistics, validating model predictions, or developing educational content for public outreach. Interns frequently collaborate with meteorologists and other scientists, attending team meetings and sometimes participating in fieldwork or operational monitoring. This hands-on experience allows interns to apply classroom knowledge while building technical and teamwork skills relevant to a future career in meteorology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Meteorology Intern position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Meteorology Intern, you need a solid foundation in atmospheric sciences, data analysis, and report writing, usually gained through coursework in meteorology or a related field. Familiarity with weather prediction software, geographic information systems (GIS), and tools such as Python or MATLAB is highly valued. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and teamwork skills help interns excel in collaborative research and forecasting environments. These abilities enable you to contribute meaningfully to weather analysis and forecasting, ensuring accuracy and reliability in your work.

What does a Meteorology Intern do?

A Meteorology Intern assists meteorologists in analyzing weather data, creating forecasts, and studying atmospheric patterns. Interns may work with radar systems, satellite imagery, and computer models to interpret weather trends. They often support live broadcasts, write reports, or conduct research on climate and weather phenomena. This role provides hands-on experience in applying meteorological theories to real-world forecasting and analysis.

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WGAL News Intern - 2026 Summer

Hearst Newspapers

Lancaster, PA

Part-time

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Job description

WGAL-TV offers paid internships in the News department. In order to apply for an internship at WGAL, please provide a cover letter with your application; along with any applicable attachments, including writing samples, reels, etc. of your work.

The cover letter should include:

Department preference (for example, News Producing, Reporting, Photography, Sports or Meteorology)

Available start and end dates

Days and hours available to intern

Briefly state your main objectives for participating in WGAL-TV internship (please be specific)

What are your strongest areas of interest

Application Deadlines 

  • Summer:  February 16, 2026

NEWSROOM:

Newsroom interns will spend 10-12 weeks shadowing and gaining experience in the following departments:

Assignment Desk:

  • Assist team members in gathering news and information. This includes taking and placing telephone calls from reporters, sources, governments agencies and general public.
  • May also assist in research and other tasks.

TV News Production:

  • Practice writing and formatting scripts for broadcast.
  • Time in the field shadowing reporters or anchors at a live report is possible but not guaranteed.

Digital News Production:

  • Help research and write content for WGAL digital platforms including the WGAL app, WGAL.com and various social media platforms.
  • When appropriate, the opportunity to help with photo and video production for digital platforms may be available

Photographers and Logistics:

  • Assist team members with field work and news gathering

Internships are scheduled based on mutual availability and academic schedule and requirements, but may consist of 16-hours per week

SPORTS:

Interns should be well versed in both the local and national sports scenes (college and professional). The ability to converse about the hot sports topics of the day is a MUST. Interns should have working knowledge of the local sports scene (i.e., aware of managers, head coaches and star players of the local professional teams) and be conversational on major national sports stories and events.

Interns will learn to:

  • Write scripts for daily sportscast.
  • Research team and player statistics.
  • Pitch story ideas to sports department
  • May accompany reporters on location shoots but not guaranteed

Internships are scheduled based on mutual availability and academic schedule and requirements, but may consist of 16-hours per week

WEATHER:

***Please note: All candidates for internships with WGAL's Weather department MUST be enrolled in a meteorology curriculum or closely related program of study.

In an internship at WGAL we stress analyzing and forecasting first, followed by storytelling and graphics production.

Interns will learn to:

  • Analyze weather charts and models
  • Prepare daily forecasts
  • Produce weather graphics
  • Assist meteorologists in gathering critical & breaking weather information and data
  • Relay important information to/from News, Assignment Desk, and Web
  • Research statistical data
  • Practice forecast delivery in-studio
  • Assist with social media efforts and email communication

Internships are scheduled based on mutual availability and academic schedule and requirements, but may consist of 16-hours per week

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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