About the role#
FRONTLINE is looking for a student to assist with the production of investigative documentary television. You will work alongside broadcast and journalism professionals to learn how long-format programs are made. This is a paid, part-time internship for the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research for documentary projects.
- Assist the team with the story submission review process.
- Maintain the series library.
- Field inquiries from producers and viewers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program.
- Work authorization for the United States.
- Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills.
- A strong work ethic and the ability to work independently.
- Initiative to complete tasks.
- Your own computer and reliable access to Wi-Fi.
Location & details#
- This role is available as remote or hybrid.
- Hybrid staff are expected to work onsite in Brighton, Massachusetts, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
- The internship runs from January 25th to April 16th, 2027.
About GBH
GBH is a nonprofit organization based in Boston that produces and distributes public media content. Founded in 1951, it creates programming for PBS, NPR, and PRX. The company employs over 1,300 people and focuses on journalism, arts, culture, and educational media. It maintains a national reach while operating locally across Massachusetts.
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