Internship | Social Media Intern

Austin PBS is your locally owned, community-supported PBS station in Central Texas. With thousands of hours of programming across multiple platforms and hundreds of community events each year, Austin PBS reaches nearly every household daily. Each year, we broadcast 35,000 hours of free, curated content across our four channels and the PBS app, covering arts, culture, history, public affairs, and both local and national news. As a mission-driven nonprofit media organization, our goal is to educate, inspire, and entertain Central Texans through engaging programming and community events. Last year alone, we hosted over 90 events with more than 100,000 attendees.

About the role

Assist in the creation and scheduling of Austin PBS social media content to support station promotional efforts. This person will work closely with our Social Media Manager to help with all department social media needs.

Responsibilities

• Write copy for social posts and create social media toolkits for brand partners
• Edit photos and video content for Austin PBS social channels as well as our other programs
• Manage the scheduling of social posts for specific projects across multiple social channels
• Assist with the upkeep of internal social media editorial calendars
• Help with live event social coverage for Austin PBS events
• Participate in marketing and content planning meetings
• Assist the social media and video team on content shoots

Requirements

• Current undergraduate student, must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program during the full duration of the internship
• Student must be available for a minimum of 13 weeks of this internship
• 15-20 hour weekly commitment
• A portfolio is required for consideration (website, PDF, or work samples)

Benefits

• Learn directly from professional designers, marketers, and creatives
• Develop skills in social media strategy, content creation, and community engagement
• Opportunity to expand your professional network and contribute to a meaningful program
• Eligibility to enter the staff ticket lottery for Austin City Limits Season 52 tapings

Pay

$20/hr

Schedule

September 7, 2026 - December 11, 2026 (15-20 hours per week)

Applications open July 20, 2026 and close August 7, 2026.

Physical Demands

The working conditions are primarily a general office setting, with some self-provided travel to off-site events and engagements.