About the role#
Texas PBS is looking for a Marketing and Media Intern to join our team. This role assists with marketing initiatives, media planning, and underwriting contract management. It offers hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing and public media operations. You will work with our staff and station representatives to support our mission of informing and educating Texans.
What you'll do#
- Support marketing efforts across web, social media, email campaigns, and content creation.
- Help develop and implement media plans for promotional campaigns.
- Research potential underwriters and draft underwriting proposals.
- Manage underwriting contracts and track sponsorship commitments.
- Analyze marketing performance data to improve outreach.
- Coordinate events and assist with outreach initiatives.
- Create materials for the national PBS Learning Media website and content management system.
What you'll need#
- You must be a current undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited college or university.
- Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Media Studies, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- An interest in public media, nonprofit work, and community engagement.
- Basic knowledge of media planning or advertising is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a paid internship at $20 per hour.
- The term runs from January 26, 2027, to May 7, 2027.
- You must be available for the full 13-week duration.
- The role requires a 15-20 hour weekly commitment.
- Work is based in Austin, Texas, and follows an on-site and hybrid model.
About Austin PBS
Austin PBS is a community-supported, locally-owned broadcast media station based in Austin, Texas. Founded in 1962, the nonprofit produces over 130 hours of original content annually. It serves the Central Texas region by focusing on arts, culture, news, and education. The organization maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees.
How to get in at Austin PBS
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