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Interns work closely with assignment desk editors and producers with the goal of newsgathering, producing, writing, and presenting news content. Qualifications Ambitious, reliable, and enthusiastic ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for news desk intern in the United States is $16.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between News Desk Intern vs News Reporter?

AspectNews Desk InternNews Reporter
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in journalism or related fieldBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field; experience may vary
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, internship setting within news organizationsFull-time, professional role reporting on news stories
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in media companies, news outlets for training rolesUsed across all media outlets for active news coverage

The News Desk Intern role is an entry-level position focused on assisting with news gathering and learning the industry, often as part of an internship program. In contrast, a News Reporter is a full-time professional responsible for researching, writing, and delivering news stories. While both roles require a background in journalism, the intern position is more about gaining experience, whereas the reporter role involves active news coverage and accountability.

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KMBC News Intern

KMBC News Intern

Hearst

Kansas City, MO • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 27 days ago


Hearst rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 67 rated media


Job description

The KMBC 9 / KCWE 29 Internship Program is a paid, rigorous and highly competitive hands-on experience that provides individuals the opportunity to learn about the operations of a broadcast television station. As a news intern, you are part of the team that is "Kansas City's News Leader".  For every person you see on camera, there are many more with exciting responsibilities in the KMBC 9 Newsroom.  You'll gain experience writing, editing, producing, and reporting the news. The veteran journalists leading the way at KMBC 9 News will give interns a chance to try their hand in the following aspects of the news operation.

REPORT & PHOTOGRAPHY

  • Work with reporters and photographers to develop, shoot, write and edit stories for broadcast.

  • Shoot standups, write and produce stories for demo-reels.

  • Receive feedback from Anchors, reporters, photographers, and managers on your work.

  • Work on the fast-paced assignment desk finding breaking news and other stories.

PRODUCING

  • Learn how producers create shows that are compelling, creative, and valuable to the viewer.

  • Practice creating effective teases that hold the audience's attention.

  • Participate in editorial and planning meetings.

  • Observe live production of newscasts from the control room.

FIRST ALERT WEATHER

  • Learn the tools and techniques used to create informative forecasts.

  • Possibly participate in any severe weather coverage.

  • Practice forecasting using state of the art tools and chroma key.

  • Help meteorologists put together broadcasts.

DIGITAL MEDIA

  • Work with producers on Kansas City's top digital and social platforms.

  • Learn how digital content is created and delivered.

  • Create content that could appear on KMBC.COM and other digital platforms.

You will also have the chance to participate in a KMBC "Intern newscast". Whether you want to produce, anchor, report or forecast, the "Intern newscast" is your chance to work with other interns to create a newscast you can use to build your demo-reel.

Your first day at the station is set aside for orientation which Must be attended.  Plan to work three days a week, eight hours each shift with varying schedules. During your internship you should always check in with your assigned advisor upon entering the building. 

Securing housing and transportation during the internship are the responsibility of the intern.  KMBC 9 / KCWE 29 cannot offer support in this area.

Internship Program Dates

Spring 2026 Session

Session: *Feb. 9 - May 10, 2026

Summer 2026 Session

Session: *May 18 - Aug. 16, 2026

Fall 2026 Session

Session: *Sept. 14 - Dec. 13, 2026

*Dates are subject to change

Please provide a cover letter with your application. The cover letter should include:

  • Preferred Session: Spring, Summer, or Fall

  • Available start and end dates

  • Days and hours available to intern

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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