GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM SPRING '27 KBTX

About Gray Media:

Today we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia. We are the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach about 37% of U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 markets measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our 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 KBTX:

KBTX Media operates the CBS and CW affiliates in Bryan-College Station Texas serving an 18-county area known as the Brazos Valley. For nearly 70 years weve been the dominant choice for local news and entertainment. Our team produces about 40 hours of original content each week across our broadcast and streaming platforms.

KBTX is routinely recognized among the best in the state by organizations including the Associated Press RTDNA and the Lone Star EMMY Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

In 2023 KBTX became the first television station to win the Texas Association of Broadcasters Bonner McLane Public Service award three consecutive times. Additionally our team was honored with a National Edward R. Murrow Award for digital innovation and regional Murrow awards for breaking news digital innovation and best newscast. KBTX is also a recent Texas AP Broadcasters/Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas Station of the Year and Texas Associated Press Broadcasters Station of the Year.

Bryan-College Station Texas is a community of more than 250000 people and the largest single metro in the Waco-Temple-Bryan DMA. The twin cities have a unique small-town feeling but offer big-city amenities including a vibrant arts community a city-wide all-terrain trail system and world-class dining and nightlife. Bryan and College Station are routinely recognized as a leader in quality of life and as one of the fastest-growing communities in the country.
College Station is also home to Texas A&M University the nations largest university. Aggie home football games attract more than 100000 in the stands with tens of thousands more camped outside celebrating at tailgates during football weekends.

Passing a motor vehicle records check is a condition of employment. Gray Media Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.

The Training Program:

Are you tired of just watching from the sidelines Ready to stop shadowing and start actually doing the work that reaches thousands of people every single day Were looking for the next generation of media powerhouses producers reporters weather experts and sales executives who are hungry to dive head-first into the fast-paced world of local media. This isnt your typical get the coffee internship. The Gray Media Training Program is a high-octane 10-week immersive experience where you dont just learn the job; you own it. Whether youre crafting the lead story for the evening news tracking a cold front on our weather tech or closing a digital ad deal youll be a vital part of our award -winning team from day one.

General Responsibilities:

What Youll Do:

• Own the role: Step into the shoes of a producer MMJ meteorologist or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments (yes the kind that may go on air and online).
• Drive digital engagement: Create content that lives beyond the TV screen; think social media streaming apps and web storiesbecause were digital-first always.
• Collaborate with pros: Work side-by-side with seasoned veterans who are the best in the business gaining insights you wont find in any textbook.
• Commit to the craft: Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to mastering your specialty and building a professional-grade portfolio.
• Make an impact: Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies.
• Build your future: Position yourself at the front of the line for full-time career opportunities within Gray Medias network of 117 stations.

What You Bring:

• Current enrollment: Youre a college student (Junior or Senior status preferred) chasing a degree in Journalism Communications Sales Marketing or a related field.
• A doer mindset: You arent afraid to get your hands dirty and take initiative; youre here to work not just watch.
• Digital savvy: You understand that media happens everywhere from the big screen to the palm of someones hand.
• Strong work ethic: You bring urgency organization and a can-do attitude to every shift.
• Communication skills: You can tell a story pitch an idea or explain a forecast with clarity and confidence.
• Reliability: Youre ready to commit to the full 10-week program and the 25-hour weekly schedule.
• Passion for local: You care about the community and want to see how local media makes a real difference.

Why Youll Love It Here:

• Real-world experience: Youll graduate with more than just a line on your resume; youll have the experience of having done the job.
• Unprecedented access: With 117 stations across the U.S. youre part of a massive innovative network thats leading the future of media.
• Career fast-track: We love hiring our own. This program is designed to be the ultimate audition for your first full-time role with Gray.
• Paid training: Earn while you learn. This is a paid internship.
• A culture of innovation: Were evolving on purpose and youll be right there on the front lines of that evolution.

Qualifications/Requirements:

âªï Be currently enrolled in a college/university (preferred: Junior/Senior)
âªï Strong work ethic and organizational skills
âªï Earning a degree in Journalism/Communications News and Broadcasting/Digital field with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry

If you are interested in interning in these areas the station may have openings in these departments for you:

• Sports
• Weather
• News Production
• News MMJ
• Marketing
• Creative Services
• Engineering

We look forward to hearing from you!

The intern rate of pay can range from your states minimum wage to $15.00 an hour.

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

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

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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.