GRAY MEDIA FUTURE FOCUS SALES INTERN (SPRING '2026) GRAY MEDIA (WLBT)

About Gray Media:

Gray Media or Gray is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia formally known as Gray Television Inc. The company is the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Grays additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WLBT:

WLBT-TV is the #1 rated local TV and digital media operation in Central Mississippi. We are a dominant NBC affiliate and part of the Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network. We consistently produce award-winning local news coverage. Jackson is Mississippis largest TV DMA serving as the state capital with several local universities and is home to the largest medical facilities in the state including the prestigious University of Mississippi Medical School. The Jackson metro is the economic hub of Mississippi and a great place to work live and raise a family.

Jackson is also located within a short drive from beautiful Gulf Coast beaches New Orleans Memphis Birmingham Nashville Dallas and Atlanta. If you love SEC sports Ole Miss and Mississippi State are just down the road. And Saints Pelicans and Grizzlies fans are an easy three-hour drive from NOLA and Memphis.

The Sales Internship Program:

As a paid intern in this specific program you will have an immersive experience where you serve as a valued team member learning the fundamentals of sales and marketing. You will also get a behind-the-scenes look at how a dominant local media organization operates.

Do you prefer an on-the-go lifestyle and thrive at making friends and connections Do you enjoy learning and pursuing opportunities that grow your skill set Are you self-motivated but thrive in a positive team culture If this sounds like you come try out a paid internship opportunity to gain work experience as a Media and Brand Strategy Consultant. Interested in learning more Check out the program description and apply today!

Interns will build and develop their new business hunting and entry strategy techniques. Youll also get out into the community with your teammates and managers to meet with business owners and marketing executives. Youll learn how to build a cohesive marketing solution using the strength of video and the data supporting digital advertising.

Were committed to a broad applicant recruiting outreach program in our continuing efforts to represent our diverse community.

General Responsibilities:

Youll wear many hats on our sales teamand thats what makes this internship special. Your day-to-day will include:

- Lead generation and research Identify prospects build prospect lists and conduct market research to fuel the pipeline
- Logistics and coordination Arrange client deliveries coordinate events and ensure every presentation leaves a lasting impression
- Creative support Curate goody bags design leave-behinds and help craft memorable client experiences
- Administrative excellence Update CRM systems organize sales materials track metrics and keep our team running smoothly
- Proposal and collateral support Assist with proposal development create sales decks and organize marketing materials
- Events and trade shows Help set up booths manage logistics and represent our company at industry events
- And beyond Well find meaningful work that matches your skills and interests. This role evolves based on what the team needs and what youre passionate about
- The key Youll never have a boring day. We believe the best sales education comes from being involved in every aspect of the businessand well make sure youre in the thick of it.

Qualifications:

- Currently enrolled in a college/university program
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Organized and detail-oriented with excellent time management
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint) and Google Suite
- Eagerness to learn and coachability
- Reliable transportation and the ability to make client deliveries when needed

âªï Be currently enrolled in a college/university preferably in your senior year.
âªï Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
âªï College student seniors preferred earning a degree in Journalism/Communications Sales or related fields with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry.

We look forward to hearing from you!

âªï Interested in the program Go to typeIntern WLBT(in search bar)

WLBT-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Required Experience:

Intern