Communications Intern

About the role

The WETA Communications intern for Fall 2026 offers a unique opportunity for students interested in public relations, media, history, and non-profits. This internship provides hands-on experience with a diverse range of public relations projects and public events within a non-profit, public media environment.

Responsibilities

• Support a busy and dedicated Communications team across corporate communications projects, events, and media outreach, including:
• Develop editorial skill by contributing to corporate communications projects, including photo research and editing/proofreading
• Aid in a building-wide environmental design and storytelling brand project
• Build and track audiences for public events to include outreach to organizations and registration/RSVPs
• Work with a team on advance and day-of support for event logistics
• Write and edit blurbs/articles about TV, online, and classical music programs for use in media pitching, promotions, and publications
• Conduct media research, build media lists, and report on media coverage using Muck Rack database
• Organize and categorize photo and publicity assets using the Brandfolder digital assets management system

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated interest in media, history, arts, theater, humanities, communications, and public affairs. Strong writing and proofreading skills are essential, along with excellent organizational skills and a passion for teamwork on events.

Qualifications

Preferred Major: Demonstrated interest in media, history, arts, theater, humanities, communications, and public affairs.

Skills

• Proactive organization
• Archival/research skills
• Writing and proofreading
• Collaborative and flexible teamwork
• Attention to detail

Benefits

WETA and NewsHour Productions are equal opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Pay

The internship is expected to be 3-4 days a week onsite, either Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday. The internship is open to candidates able to commit at least 24 hours per week, and the internship cannot exceed 32 hours per week.

Schedule

Standard administrative work hours for the company are 9-5, Monday-Friday.

Location

WETA and NewsHour Productions are Washington, DC established media and news organizations. We are a largely local workforce based out of the Campbell Place office in Arlington, VA. WETA and NewsHour Productions value employee flexibility when possible. Most positions based in our Arlington, VA office will be onsite or hybrid, depending upon the role.