🎓 Internship & Placement Opportunities in Mass Communication
At Mass Communication and Video Production, Gossner College, Ranchi
In today’s competitive media landscape, theoretical knowledge alone is not enough. To thrive in fields like journalism, filmmaking, digital content creation, public relations, and advertising, students need hands-on experience and industry exposure. That’s why the Department of Mass Communication and Video Production at Gossner College, Ranchi places a strong emphasis on internships and placement support.
Internships are an essential part of our curriculum. They provide a platform where students can apply classroom knowledge in real-world scenarios, build industry networks, develop confidence, and gain insight into the fast-paced nature of the communication world.
💼 Why Internships Are Crucial
Internships are more than just temporary jobs—they are the launchpad for professional careers. During internships, students learn:
How media organizations function on a daily basis
The practical use of journalism tools, software, and techniques
Industry-standard workflows in editing, reporting, anchoring, and production
Soft skills such as teamwork, time management, professionalism, and communication
Real-world challenges in meeting deadlines, handling pressure, and creative problem-solving
Additionally, internships offer clarity in career direction. Some students discover their passion for reporting, others for video editing, digital marketing, or public relations.
🤝 Our Internship Collaborations
We are proud of our growing network of media houses, government organizations, and public sector institutions that accept our students for internships.
📰 Print Media (Newspapers and Magazines)
Our students have worked with leading newspapers where they contributed to field reporting, article writing, and editing.
Dainik Jagran
Azad Sipahi
Sanmarg
Samridh Bharat
Prabhat Khabar
Jharkhand Ujala
These internships have helped students understand how editorial teams function, how stories are gathered, verified, and published under tight deadlines.
📺 Electronic Media (TV Channels)
Students interested in anchoring, production, and scripting for television have interned with:
Kashish News
Naxatra News
Here, they gained experience in camera handling, studio operations, voiceovers, scripting bulletins, field interviews, and live news environments.
🌐 Digital Media
The digital boom has created new opportunities in online journalism, social media content, and mobile-based news.
Prabhat Khabar – Digital Division: Students learned how to create engaging digital content, monitor analytics, and contribute to online publications.
🏛️ Public Relations and Government Bodies
Our collaboration with public sector institutions gives students a broader perspective on communication for governance and corporate image management.
IPRD (Information & Public Relations Department, Government of Jharkhand)
CCL (Central Coalfields Limited)
Students were involved in event documentation, press releases, official photography/videography, government awareness campaigns, and newsletter production. These internships build a strong foundation for careers in PR, advertising, and government communications.
🎯 Placement Guidance & Career Support
While we do not function as a traditional placement cell, our department provides the following career development support:
Resume-building workshops
Mock interviews and personality grooming
Project-based learning and live client exposure
Guest lectures and workshops by media professionals
Industry networking through fests, seminars, and alumni engagement
Many of our students have been offered freelance projects, part-time jobs, and full-time opportunities right after their internships. Others have gone on to pursue master’s degrees in reputed media institutes like IIMC, Jamia Millia Islamia, and FTII.
🗣️ Student Testimonials
“My internship at Kashish News gave me hands-on exposure to the world of broadcast journalism. I even got to assist on a live show!” — Priya Kumari, Batch 2023
“Working with IPRD helped me understand how government campaigns are executed across media platforms. It shaped my interest in public relations.” — Rahul Tudu, Batch 2022
📬 Ready to Launch Your Career?
By choosing the Department of Mass Communication and Video Production at Gossner College, you don’t just get a degree—you gain practical experience, a portfolio, and industry confidence to step into the world of media.
