What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Human Resources position at LightPath?
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Lightpath is one of the largest competitive local exchange carriers in the tri-state area. Weown and operate our infrastructure "from the ground up" by deploying over 20,000 route miles connecting 13,500 on-net/LIT buildings. With a strong portfolio of cutting edge solutions for Internet, WAN, Voice, SD-WAN, Security & Cloud services, we enable Enterprise customers of all sizes the ability to react to new challenges while developing best practices for the future. With Lightpath's continued focus on network excellence and a "customer first" service commitment, we are building a workforce of the best talent that will meet the needs of our customers and reflect the diverse communities we serve.
Interns in this role will assist in researching, writing and producing live newscasts, including newsgathering for daily newscasts, creating and stacking rundowns, and writing accurate and engaging scripts. This role will work closely with the assignment desk, producers, digital team and anchors to create compelling stories on all platforms. Follow graphic format stylebook in production of programs. Direct and coordinate efforts of assigned studio personnel. Contribute to our digital platforms and participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
- Working in the New York market
- Being part of a tristate network with the capability to share content between all regions
- Hands-on newsroom experience
- Networking across 5 News 12 networks
- Interns will be able to work one-on-one with producers, writers, and anchors who have decades of experience in the journalism field
- Ability to collaborate with anchors, news gatherers, and directors in executing a news show
This program could Night and Weekend shifts.
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree with preferred concentrations in TV Production, Broadcasting, or other related field
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Knowledge in current and emerging newscast technologies
- Understand the concept of producing live and taped newscasts
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Understanding of the production process
- Understanding of what makes a fair and balanced story
- Organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Lightpath is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Lightpath collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.
