Summer Intern - Sales

Job Description

E.W Scripps is hiring a Summer Sales Intern at our Cincinnati station WCPO . Our integrated multi-platform media sales summer internship at our local news station, WCPO in Cincinnati, Ohio, provides students real-world experience and a unique insight into today's sales environment. This includes learning alongside sales managers, account executives, research, content and programming teams. Working with our team creates opportunities to learn about E Sports, Gaming, Networks, Syndication and Political platforms.
Our internship is paid. In addition, a stipend to offset relocation or travel expenses (if necessary) is provided.

What You'll Do:
• Learn the sales process – the use of data and analytics in sales
• Learn how to prospect
• Learn how to perform client needs analysis
• Learn how to utilize research for sales presentations with customized client solutions
• Broaden communication skills
• Learn agency and transactional processes
• Learn how to negotiate

What You'll Need:
• Enrolled at an accredited college or university
• Registered as a sophomore or above and in good standing
• Ability to receive college/university course credit for participating in this program. The amount of course credit to be earned is determined and must be verified by the college/university, prior to starting assignment.
• Be available to work June 2 through August 8, 2025
• Be available to relocate to the market for the internship

What You'll Bring:
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in person and on the phone
• Completed at least one marketing or communications course or a course in other related fields
• Good people skills and sociability
• Computer-based research abilities
• Strong writing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and web/cloud-based applications
• Professional dress/appearance

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-74vnb6-18-222-184-40-42 in your application.