These Digital, Broadcast And Cable Companies Are Hiring Interns

College students and recent graduates who have interned at least once get a significant leg up in today's competitive job market compared to their inexperienced peers. Last year, 63 percent of paid interns received at least one job offer, according to a study by the National Association of Colleges and Employers. As for those who never interned, only 36 percent were courted by an employer.

Job prospects have improved slightly for this year's graduating class, but hiring managers worry that a college education alone does not prepare students for the realities of the working life.

"These companies may think the graduates are academically strong, but they aren't sure they are prepared for the complexity of today's jobs," Rosemary Haefner, vice president of human resources for CareerBuilder, told USA Today. "Companies are asking these questions about graduates: Are they just book smart? Or will they have street smarts as well?"

What better way to get these "street smarts" (also known as soft skills) than by actually working?

If you're not sure where to begin, check out the internships offered by digital, broadcast and cable companies below. These are especially great opportunities for students coming from liberal arts programs. (And if you don't see yourself working in media, browse our lists for internships in engineering, human resources or business and sales.)