Special Projects

Investigative:

Interns who work in the NBC 6 investigative unit are given extensive responsibilities during the semester. Interns will be responsible for the following tasks:

They work closely with the award-winning investigative reporter and producer, whose groundbreaking stories have led to major changes.

Interns' duties are wide-ranging from research at courthouses, observing the script review process, and even helping produce stories.

Interns may go on hidden camera shoots, accompany the producer and reporter on interviews, and check out story tips.

Our interns have been part of investigations that have won the Edward R. Murrow award for investigative reporting.

Students should have strong research and computer skills.

Prior internships are a plus, but not required. )

Consumer

Interns will be responsible for the following tasks:

Produce stories and web material for the Consumer Connection segment, as well as other consumer and investigative stories

Evaluate leads and tips sent via email, fax, or phone line in order to develop story ideas

Participate in meetings to discuss new stories

Research in reference materials to obtain relevant facts

Interview people who can provide information about a particular story by phone or in person

Conduct background investigations, including observation and undercover assignments

Contribute with computer-assisted projects (i.e. Excel spreadsheets)

Occasionally accompany investigative reporters on shoots and edits

Interface with the promotion, graphics and production departments to get stories on the air and promoted on a regular basis

Investigative/EcoWatch/Political Coverage/Daily News