Intern Coordinator (Temporary – Summer Program)

Middle East Broadcasting Networks

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MBN is seeking someone to lead our new Summer Intern program. The Intern Coordinator will be responsible for planning, executing, and managing MBN’s Summer Internship Program - in conjunction with the HR department. This role serves as the central point of coordination for interns, managers, and program stakeholders to ensure a structured, engaging, and high-quality experience. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, possesses good leadership skills and is comfortable working across teams in a fast-paced digital media environment. This is a temporary contract position that will run roughly from mid-May to August (exact dates to be determined.) This position will be located on-site at MBN’s new headquarters in Arlington, VA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, HR, or related field or equivalent experience
2–4 years of experience in HR, program coordination, recruiting, operations or similar field
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
Problem-solving and proactive mindset
Discretion and professionalism

Nice To Haves

Experience coordinating internship or early-career programs is preferred
Experience in media, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations is preferred
Familiarity with HR processes and employee engagement initiatives is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the design and implementation of the Summer Internship Program
Develop and manage the program schedule (onboarding, training sessions, events)
Coordinate intern assignments across editorial, HR, and other departments (as applicable)
Ensure alignment between intern roles and team needs; adjust as necessary
Plan and execute intern onboarding, including orientation sessions
Coordinate access to systems, tools, and workspace logistics, in conjunction with HR
Serve as the primary point of contact for interns throughout the program
Monitor intern engagement, attendance, and overall experience
Organize group intern sessions, workshops, and guest speakers as deemed appropriate
Facilitate regular check-ins and address any issues that arise
Maintain consistent communication with interns and stakeholders
Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative intern experience
Organize networking opportunities and team-building activities for interns
Coordinate midpoint and final evaluations
Collect feedback from interns and managers
Prepare a summary report with recommendations for future programs
Perform additional job-related duties and take on new responsibilities as needed based on organizational requirements and circumstances