Spring 2027 Internship, Community Engagement

About the Role

Austin PBS is seeking a Community Engagement Intern to support outreach initiatives and strengthen community relationships. This role offers hands-on experience in event coordination, partnership development, and public engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing community events, workshops, and screenings.
• Support outreach by researching and connecting with local organizations, schools, and community partners.
• Help develop and distribute promotional materials (flyers, social media content, email communications).
• Attend and participate in community events, engaging with attendees.
• Collect and analyze feedback from events.
• Maintain and update community contact lists, partnership records, and event documentation.
• Assist with administrative tasks for engagement projects.
• Work both independently and collaboratively.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Current undergraduate student, actively enrolled in an accredited college or university for the full duration of the internship.
• Enrolled in a relevant degree program (preferably communications, nonprofit management, marketing, business, or a related field).
• Available for a minimum of 13 weeks.
• Willing to work hybrid.
• 15-20 hours weekly commitment, with ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Self-provided travel to off-site events and engagements may be required.

Qualifications

• Clear communicator.
• Highly collaborative.
• Passionate about community outreach and events.
• Strong interest in community outreach, public engagement, and nonprofit or media work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to attend occasional evening and weekend events.

Internship Duration: January 26, 2027 - May 7, 2027

Pay Rate: $20/hr