We are a Montreal-based award-winning film and television production company and are offering a paid internship for a local BIPOC community member who would like to train as a researcher / writer on a factual 6-part, 60-minute true-crime series. This is a great opportunity and learning experience for anyone who is already studying or working in film and television, or journalism — especially those who aspire to work in the documentary genre.

The intern would work with Story Producers and assist them in their jobs finding stories, creating timelines for story events, sitting in on pre-interviews, taking notes, ordering police reports and court exhibits, learning how to create research reports, sourcing relevant articles and archival elements to help tell the stories, etc.

The position is being offered to members of equity-deserving groups only. The candidate must be Montreal based, and have excellent English writing and speaking skills.

Priority will be given to those studying or working in the field of television, film, and / or journalism.

Schedule: Ideally starting May 5; 10-12 weeks, part time, 2-3 days per week.

We are accepting CVs now!

Contact: lroth@attraction.ca

They’re seeking a journalism student or someone with comparable skills: https://www.jghfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/MarComm-Summer-Intern-2025-EN.pdf

Internship: CityNews Montreal on Citytv
Title: CityNews Montreal Intern
Type: Unpaid Internship
Organization: CityNews Montreal (Citytv), part of Rogers Sports & Media
Location: 1200 McGill College, 8th floor, Montreal
When: Summer 2025
Duration: May-August/min 120hrs
Deadline: March 28, 2025

Internship Summary

The successful candidate will be a dynamic person with strong writing skills, understanding local news around them, basic knowledge of television production procedures and equipment, strong social media skills as well as a genuine interest in all things Montreal.
As our intern, you will join the team who prepares and delivers Montreal’s most dynamic
nightly newscast. You’ll work alongside our talented professionals, for a hands-on experience that will enhance your studies.
If this sounds like the challenge you are looking for, we look forward to meeting you.

Main Responsibilities
 Write scripts and research ideas;
 Book interviews;
 Assist with the research and production of topical ‘streeters’ to support current affairs
segments;
 Prepare and post materials to website and social media;
 Go out on the road with reporters and shadow, work together, and
 Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
 Be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in broadcasting, journalism,
communications or other related fields;
 Be eligible for university credit for this internship;
 Be seeking a placement under a formal, credited internship program;
 Be available weekdays or weekends for day/evening shifts;
 Excellent command of written English and the ability to speak/read both English and French;
 Highly motived with proven multi-tasking and time management skills. Able to work in a fastpaced environment;
 Experience posting to various social media platforms; and
 Basic knowledge of video editing and TV production experience will be considered assets

How To Apply
By March 28, send a letter of interest along with your CV, including a reference to:
melanie.porco@citynews.rogers.com indicating “CityNews Montreal Internship” in the subject field. Add lucie.laumonier@concordia.ca in CC.