KTLA 5 Community Engagement Internship – Los Angeles, CA
Duration: 6-8 weeks
Start Date: Flexible, based on academic schedule
Location: KTLA 5 Studios, Los Angeles
Overview:
KTLA 5, Los Angeles’ first television station and a trusted leader in local news and entertainment, is seeking an energetic and outgoing individual to join our Community Engagement Department as an intern. This 6-8 week program offers hands-on experience in community outreach, event promotion, and brand engagement—providing valuable insight into the broadcast media industry.
Program Description:
As part of the KTLA 5 Community Engagement team, the intern will act as a KTLA 5 brand ambassador at station-sponsored promotions and community events. This unique position combines office-based responsibilities with hands-on field experience representing KTLA in the Los Angeles community.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with KTLA 5 on-site promotions and community events
- Supporting event setup and audience engagement activities
- Capturing and sharing event content (photos and videos) on KTLA Community social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and X
- Providing general office support within the Community Engagement Department
- Assisting with marketing, social media, and promotional initiatives
- Serving as a professional, friendly representative of KTLA 5 at all times
Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and eligible to receive academic credit
- Outgoing, enthusiastic, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Organized, hard-working, responsible, and able to multitask effectively
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and social media savvy
- Interest in news, marketing, broadcasting, and promotions
- Must maintain a flexible schedule and be available for day, evening, weekend, and holiday events
- Must maintain a professional appearance, exhibit customer focus, and work cooperatively as part of a team
Additional Information:
This internship is designed for students receiving school credit who have declared major in communications with a strong desire to work in the dynamic broadcast news industry. The internship program start and end dates are flexible to accommodate academic calendars.
Compensation - $17.87 per hour
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
KTLA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance
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