Job Description

Position Title:

Intern

Department:

Multiplatform Marketing & Content

Corporate Area:

Digital & Marketing

Status:

Temporary, Part time NonExempt

Manager Title:

Manager, Multiplatform CreativeThe PBS Social Media team manages all General Audience platforms that represent the shows and brand. Those platforms include but are not limited to Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads. The team is seeking an intern to work across various areas of social media with a key focus on brand and editorial content.

The PBS Social Intern will assist in content creation and content management, monitor comments and conversations across platforms and help to facilitate engagement efforts. During the internship, the intern will work closely alongside the team on day-to-day content creation, scheduling and community engagement. At the end of the internship, the intern will walk away with a portfolio of work for a legacy brand and a stronger grasp on engagement led social strategies.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Brainstorm campaign and social video series ideas

• Create video and static social-first content that represent the brand across various platforms

• Monitor conversation and trends across various platforms and determine ways that PBS can engage

• Support the social team at live events

• Write social copy that fosters engagement with the PBS audience

• Schedule social posts

• Comfortable being on camera for hosted social videos and in person events

• Develop new strategies to increase brand engagement and brand love

Requirements for success:

• Strong understanding of social media trends and platforms

• Experience creating social content

• Willingness to learn

• Strong copywriting skills

Skills Intern may gain:

• Strong design and video editing skills

• Community engagement

• Creating and interpreting social reports

• Project management and content management skills

• A strong design portfolio

Additional Information:

• Time Commitment: June 1, 2026 – August 21, 2026

• Compensation: Undergraduate students receive $15/hour, graduate students receive $17/hour

PBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the EEOC and the Commonwealth of Virginia.