Emerging Talent Communications Internship – Video (Fall 2026)

Back to jobs Emerging Talent Communications Internship – Video (Fall 2026) New York, N.Y. About Orchestra Orchestra is a strategic communications and marketing company built for today’s complex and fragmented world. From decoding audiences to designing bold strategies, Orchestra integrates people, platforms, and stories that stick to help clients build lasting influence. With more than 700 professionals across communications, marketing, public affairs, philanthropy, technology, consumer brands, real estate, hospitality, and culture, Orchestra delivers programs that span from high-level strategic counsel to tactical execution. Orchestra is comprised of leading firms including BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward, and Small Girls PR, as well as Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for communications professionals, and Versus Media Group, a strategy-first political media team. People of all backgrounds and abilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and helping our employees develop and grow throughout their careers. About The Program Orchestra is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our Fall 2026 Emerging Talent Post-Grad Communications Internship Program. This is a hands-on opportunity for recent college graduates that provides meaningful experience across strategic communications, media engagement, and brand storytelling. Duration: August 25 – December 18, 2026 Location: Hybrid internship based in New York, NY or Washington, DC. Minimum 3 days per week in-office Compensation: $18/hour This internship offers the potential for permanent, full-time employment. While full-time opportunities may become available, they are not guaranteed and are contingent upon individual performance and the company's hiring needs at the time. THIS OPPORTUNITY VIDEO This internship is part of Orchestra's Integrated Marketing practice area. Interns in this practice area work alongside our creative team, our channels team and communications professionals to support video production and visual storytelling across a variety of industries and client types. You'll gain experience collaborating on productions from initial briefs through final delivery, including managing the pre-production process, capturing photo and video assets on-site with clients, and editing content for digital and social media platforms. Successful candidates will demonstrate an interest in video production, content creation, video editing, digital storytelling, social media, photography, visual communications, or related fields. Important Eligibility Requirement To be considered, applicants must have already graduated (or have graduated before the internship begins) and have prior internship or relevant work experience in their selected practice area. This program is designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals who are able to commit fully to a full-time internship experience. While many successful candidates are recent college graduates, a college degree is not required. Candidates who have developed relevant skills through internships, professional work, apprenticeships, freelance work, or other hands-on experiences are encouraged to apply. What You'll Do As an intern, you will: Support video production projects from pre-production through post-productionCapture photo and video content for client and internal projects, including events and on-location productionsEdit video content for digital and social media platforms using industry-standard editing softwareAssist with organizing media assets, production schedules, and project workflowsParticipate in production meetings, creative brainstorming sessions, internal project briefings, and content shootsCollaborate across creative, paid, and communications teams to support visual storytelling and integrated campaignsGain exposure to video production and creative content development in a fast-paced agency environment Qualifications Required: A bachelor's degree (or a graduation date prior to the internship start date)Prior internship or relevant work experience in video production, content creation, social media, communications, marketing, or a related fieldExperience capturing photo and video content using DSLR cameras and iPhone for digital and social media platformsProficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom), Final Cut Pro, and other relevant softwareStrong creative thinking, visual storytelling, and communication skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to collaborate effectively with creative, paid, social and communications teamsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentDigital fluency and eagerness to learn new creative tools, production techniques, and platformsA strong interest in video production, content creation, digital storytelling, or related fields How To Apply To be considered, please submit: Resume (1-2 pages) Highlight relevant professional, academic, internship, volunteer, or extracurricular experience. Application Form In lieu of a cover letter, candidates should select one practice area of interest and complete a brief essay (500 words or less) describing how their experiences have prepared them for success in that area and why they are interested in pursuing a career in the field. Application Deadline Friday, August 7th, 2026 Due to application volume, we are unable to respond to all submissions. We will reach out directly to candidates selected for interviews. We kindly ask that you do not call, email, or contact us to confirm receipt of your application or inquire about your status. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Orchestra Internal Job Board? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. 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