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College Associate Program (Los Angeles) - Spring 2020

Summary:
The Fox News College Associate Program is for motivated college students who are passionate about the news industry. College Associates are paid to gain real world work experience with guidance from top news professionals. College Associates are assigned to a department that matches their skill set, work experience and career aspirations.

Eligibility Requirements:
  • Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree during the length of the program
  • Current class standing of sophomore, (second year college student) or above
  • Strong academic record (minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA)
  • Committed and available to work for the entire length of the program
  • Access to own housing and transportation to/from the assigned internship site

If selected to move forward in the interview process:
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current events and/or business news
  • Transcript or letter showing proof of enrollment

Areas of Placement:
Students may be placed on Fox News Channel, Fox Business, Fox News Radio, Fox News Headlines 24/7, Fox Nation, Foxnews.com, or Foxbusiness.com based on their prior experience and interests as determined in the interview process

Journalism
  • TV: production, writing, research, booking, assignment desk, technical operations, graphics
  • Radio: production, technical operations
  • Web: writing, reporting, production
  • Social Media

Corporate
  • Business Development
  • Finance
  • Media Relations
  • Human Resources
  • Accounting
  • Marketing

Spring 2020 Schedule:
  • February 3, 2020 – April 10, 2020 (10 weeks)
  • 16-24 hours per week (2-3 days)

Note: We are a 24/7 news operation. Schedules vary based on department needs and your availability. We do our best to work around your class schedule
 
Important Dates: Accepting applications from September 30, 2019 to November 30, 2019 program begins in February 2020)

Program Features:
Seminar Series: A variety of presentations, panels, discussions, and trainings geared toward advancing your knowledge of our company, industry, and software systems

Professional Development Series: A variety of activities geared toward enhancing your professional development

FOX Fireside Chats: Participate in open and candid conversations with some of the company’s Executive leaders and Directors

Get Published: Showcase your skills and build your portfolio by pitching stories, writing and producing for our online properties

Campus Ambassador Program: Represent the Fox News brand on your campus while pitching and reporting on stories that matter to college students
 
Lead College Associate Program: Enhance your leadership skills while working on additional projects during the semester