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KTRK-TV (ABC13) News Intern, Spring 2027
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10158354 Location Houston, Texas, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Oct. 01, 2026Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
ABC13 (KTRK-TV) Houston leads the market in local news coverage with daily newscasts and is number one on air and online.
We are looking for an intern who wants to learn from the experienced team from Houston's #1 source for news. Our ideal candidate is ready to develop their news judgment, writing skills, and be prepared to experience what broadcast news brings daily.
This role focuses on all aspects of a broadcast news station, but we are looking for candidates who want to sharpen their skills as a journalist outside of on-air opportunities.
The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 to early June 2027.
What You Will Do
- Work with reporters and photojournalists in the field for newsgathering and live remotes
- Write copy and edit video for newscasts
- Observe producers and executive producers in their respective roles
- Attend morning and afternoon editorial meetings
- Get an up-close look at how news is distributed beyond TV to our myriad of digital and social media platforms
- Assist in the planning of news stories, and in the day-to-day operations of the assignment desk and newsroom
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Previous experience (academic or internship) in journalism (print and/or broadcast); television, news and news media production; and/or television news script writing
- Experience in and knowledge of using social media platforms to post content
- Experience with multi-tasking in a constantly evolving collaborative work environment, effectively balancing and prioritizing multiple projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with video editing using Adobe Premiere
Education
- Junior or Senior year preferred
- Major or previous coursework in a mass media/news media-related field
Eligibility Requirements & Internship Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
- Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
- Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
Additional Information
- Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
- The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 through early June 2027
- Fully available to work 20 hours per week during a Monday through Friday schedule
- Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Houston, Texas area
- Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
The pay rate for this role in Texas is $19.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with KTRK Television, Inc, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
KTRK Television, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.