Engineering Intern, Eurovision News Americas

About the role

Eurovision News Americas (ENA) is the US subsidiary of the EBU's News operations, primarily serving the Eurovision News Exchange (EVN). In operation since 1961, the EVN is the biggest exchange of its kind. It is built upon a network of nearly 70 EBU Member and sublicensee newsrooms in over 50 countries and is founded on principles of editorial integrity, solidarity, and sharing of knowledge and best practices.

Principal responsibilities

• Assist with cabling, equipment maintenance, and general production setup
• Support local news events and live productions under engineering staff supervision
• Operate and learn news editing tools and broadcast workflows
• Work with IP-based transmission technologies including LiveU, SRT, and UDP
• Learn physical broadcast infrastructure and signal routing
• Support configuration and troubleshooting of transmission setups
• Build and configure test or mock production environments
• Familiarize yourself with broadcast systems and internal workflows
• Document processes and assist with workflow improvements
• Spend time in a test lab assessing new equipment and emerging workflows
• Record observations and support engineering decisions with findings
• Compare gear performance against operational requirements
• Contribute to a collaborative and dynamic 24/7 news operation

Skills and experiences

• Hands-on experience or academic background in broadcast engineering, media technology, video production, or a related technical field
• Familiarity with broadcast systems and workflows, including video signal flow, production infrastructure, and news editing tools; a strong willingness to learn is equally valued
• Basic understanding of IP networking concepts; exposure to broadcast-specific protocols such as SRT, UDP, or similar transmission technologies is an asset
• Practical experience with cabling, equipment setup, or technical maintenance, whether in a professional, academic, or personal project context
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, live production environment and able to prioritize tasks under pressure
• Curious and proactive about learning new technologies, tools, and workflows; willing to spend time in a test lab environment evaluating gear and documenting findings
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively as part of a diverse, international team
• An understanding of, or genuine interest in, the broadcast and media industry and how technical operations support editorial output
• Reliable and professional in approach, with a commitment to punctuality, clear communication, and personal accountability
• An appreciation for working in a multicultural environment and a respect for diverse perspectives and backgrounds

Language

English is a must; a second language would be an asset

Education

A high school diploma

Additional information

• We will not accept any applications after the closing date and we will contact only the candidates who correspond to the requirements.
• Eurovision News Americas (ENA) is an equal opportunities employer committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels heard, safe and valued through a culture free of discrimination, we welcome applications from all communities.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States