Media Arts Education Intern

WHYY Inc • Philadelphia, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Media Arts Education internship offers the opportunity to participate in producing a multimedia learning experience for Philadelphia-area high school students. The intern assists Media Instructors with project coordination and instruction, serving as a second instructor in a classroom of 10–20 high school or middle school students learning video production at WHYY. Interns work alongside instructors on lesson planning and implementation and guide students as they complete video projects. The position includes training in technical skills and WHYY’s curriculum, attending all sessions of the assigned class, and supporting student engagement and progress. Applicants must be current junior or senior undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent graduates who completed their studies no more than three years ago. Proof of full vaccination is required. Applicants must submit a resume, a cover letter addressing career goals, computer and language skills, and relevant broadcasting or media experience; a two- or three-page writing sample; a link to media or digital work if appropriate; and a recommendation letter from someone familiar with their relevant experience, background, skills, or work ethic.

Requirements

• Be a current junior or senior undergraduate student, graduate student, or recent graduate (no more than three years from graduation date).
• Be studying communications, media production, education, or a related field.
• Provide proof of being fully vaccinated.
• Submit a resume, cover letter, two- or three-page writing sample, and letter of recommendation; include a link to media or digital work if appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Experience editing or shooting video.
• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Complete intern training in technical skills and WHYY’s curriculum.
• Attend each session of the class they are assisting with.
• Guide at least one group of students through producing a complete piece of media.
• Track students’ progress and ensure all students in the group are engaged in the process.
• Attend regular meetings before class sessions to review the plan for the day and suggest changes if necessary.
• Meet briefly with the instructor after each class to review student project progress and receive coaching feedback on teaching performance.
• Assist Media Instructors with project coordination, instruction, lesson planning, and implementation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern