WCBS-TV

This is an educational program designed for college students who are interested in pursuing a career in journalism, broadcasting or production. Each student is selected and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

• "Evening News" (NY & DC)
  A nightly broadcast that covers breaking news reports, features and interviews by CBS News correspondents covering events throughout the world.
• "60 Minutes" (NY & DC)
  A CBS News magazine with investigative reports and features focusing on people and events in the news and behind the headlines.
• "48 Hours Mystery"(NY)
  A CBS News magazine that goes behind the headlines to investigate -- with cutting-edge style and journalistic integrity -- baffling crimes, heartless scams and compelling real-life dramas.
• "CBS This Morning" (NY & DC)
  One of three live national morning shows that reports on a variety of topics including general news, business, consumer affairs, entertainment, health and medical.
• Weekend News (NY & DC)
  The weekend edition of daily Evening News broadcast. It features reports and interviews by CBS News correspondents covering events, trends, and issues around the world.
• "Sunday Morning" (NY)
  A weekly broadcast reviewing events of the preceding week, covering the world of fine art, music, nature, sports, science and Americana.
• "Face the Nation" (DC)
  A weekly broadcast hosted by CBS News Chief Washington Correspondent Bob Schieffer that discusses current national affairs with the principal newsmaker(s) of the week.
• News Productions (NY)
  The production company within CBS News that creates and distributes a diverse mix of original nonfiction and reality-style programming across a wide spectrum of genres, from history to science to entertainment.
• News Marketing (NY)
  The unit that produces on-air promotion for television, radio and print for all network news broadcasts.
• Radio News (NY & DC)
  The network radio station with hourly newscasts, instant coverage of breaking stories, special reports, updates, features, customized reports and newsfeed material for 500+ affiliates.
• Channel One News (NY)
  Channel One News is a daily newscast seen by 6 million students in high school and middle school. It covers stories from around the world and tackles topics from a teen's perspective.
• Newspath (NY & DC)
  The newsgathering and distribution unit that gathers footage, edits and redistributes video to affiliates about national & international news, weather, sports, health reports, business & consumer news.
• Press Office (NY)
  The department that handles publicity for all CBS News broadcasts.
• Investigative Unit (NY & DC)
  The unit that produces hard-hitting, in-depth stories about government waste, homeland security, terrorism, crime, health insurance, medical fraud, etc.
• Broadcast Marketing (NY)
  The unit that is a liaison between CBS News broadcasts & affiliates.

What are the duties?

Log tapes, coordinate script, research stories, conduct preliminary interviews, assist during shoots, select footage, perform light clerical duties and assist staff members. *Duties vary in each department

What are the requirements?

Students who are currently attending an accredited college and have achieved junior status are eligible. Students majoring in journalism, broadcasting or communications are preferred; other majors will be considered. Participants must have good computer skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities and knowledge of current events. A 3.0 GPA or above is recommended. Students must be able to meet the minimum time commitment. This is an unpaid internship. Student must get credit.

What is a letter of credit?

A letter written by an advisor on school letterhead that confirms the student will receive credit for the internship. This documentation must be on file prior to start date.

When is the deadline?

Fall and spring applicants are accepted on a rolling basis. The summer program selects and assigns students on a first-come, first-served basis; summer applications will not be accepted after February 28 of each year. The number of positions varies for each semester.

Due to the high volume of applicants, the office cannot respond to application-status inquiries; completed application packets are reviewed and qualified students are contacted directly.

How do I apply?

To obtain an application, please e-mail a request or download it here. Submit an application, resume, cover letter, 2 letters of recommendation, school transcript and a letter of credit to:

Katie Curcio
Director, Intern Program
524 West 57th Street
New York, NY 10019
cc5@cbsnews.com
(Fax) 212-975-6699