Spring 2026 Internships

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Updated 12/16/2025

Beach Vision: The Beach Vision Live Broadcasting and Video Production Internship offers CSULB students hands-on experience producing ESPN+ live sports broadcasts and video content for Long Beach State Athletics. Interns work 8–16 hours per week, primarily Thursday through Sunday, helping set up and operate industry-standard production equipment in roles such as camera operator, audio technician, graphics operator, replay operator, and more. Beginning in utility support positions, interns receive training from producers and crew members before taking on their own assigned roles. The internship provides practical experience in Division I athletics coverage—including soccer, basketball, volleyball, softball, and baseball—along with opportunities to support video board productions at the Walter Pyramid. This is an unpaid, for-credit internship. Send your resume and cover letter to Jacob Sensi, Beach Vision producer, at Jacob.sensi@csulb.edu.

Citizen Relations: Citizen Relations, a global integrated creative communications agency, offers a public relations internship designed for students pursuing a career in consumer PR. Interns work closely with account executives and managers to support lifestyle and corporate client accounts, gaining experience in media pitching, press releases, media outreach, influencer research, event support, coverage tracking, and day-to-day account coordination. This fast-paced role emphasizes strong writing, organization, and collaboration. Apply through LinkedIn.

Claims Journal and Insurance Journal: Two insurance-business news media outlets are seeking business reporting interns.  The interns work remotely to support newsgathering while learning about business reporting from experienced editors. Interns will write assigned briefs, as well as interview subject-matter experts and executives for deadline and enterprise articles. Work hours are flexible. Students who have some familiarity with AP style and have completed at least one basic news writing course are strongly preferred. Apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Don Jergler at djergler@insurancejournal.com. Specify that you’re applying for a spring internship.

Cohabit PsyLing Lab: Join a creative, collaborative psycholinguistics research lab on campus to launch and grow its social media presence and keep the lab website current with studies, news, and accomplishments. You’ll plan, produce, and post content; take professional and social-ready photos/video; design assets in Canva; track engagement and suggest growth strategies; create infographics to highlight research/events; and maintain site updates (training in Drupal provided). Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented self-starters with strong writing/communication skills, familiarity with social trends, and basic office/PDF tools; community management experience and interest in linguistics/cognitive science are a plus. Benefits include possible college credit (if eligible), mentorship, a completion certificate, recommendation letter, and portfolio-building experience in science communication. To apply: email Dr. Giulia Togato at giulia.togato@csulb.edu with a brief statement (≤250 words) on why you’re interested in the role. 

FYI Brand Group: FYI Brand Group is seeking dynamic and enthusiastic PR interns for its Fall 2025 program in Los Angeles. This boutique firm works across music, lifestyle brands, social good, and sports divisions, giving interns hands-on experience in public relations alongside the account coordinator, VP, and CEO. Responsibilities include media monitoring, press coverage reporting, building and maintaining editorial calendars and media lists, competitive market research, assisting with press materials and press kits, and supporting special projects. Ideal candidates are strong communicators with excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and an interest in fashion, music and pop culture. Experience with Cision, Muck Rack, Canva or design is a plus. Applicants must be able to work 2 days per week in the LA office, with the option for at least one day to be remote. To apply, submit your resume and cover letter to tblaasst@fyibrandgroup.com.

Infinity Bike Seat: Infinity Bike Seat, the official bike seat of Race Across America, seeks a social media marketing and PR intern. The successful applicant knows how to ride a bike and has cycled in their free time. Duties would include creating content for Instagram and Facebook accounts under the direction of Infinity Bike Sea’s social media manager, helping to manage the affiliate marketing program by connecting with existing ambassadors and doing market research to select new ones, and helping with a few in-person events. Travel-related expenses would be covered. The expected workload is five to 10 hours a week. To apply, send your resume to Diane Marcel at dianeofinfinity@gmail.com. Include “Spring internship application” in the subject line.

Los Alamitos Police Department: The Los Alamitos Police Department is seeking a Social Media Intern to assist its team with creating, editing, and monitoring content for the department’s Instagram and Facebook platforms. Interns will work 10–15 hours per week for at least three months, with hours scheduled in 3- to 5-hour blocks during business hours. Responsibilities include producing engaging photo, video, and graphic content, writing captions, monitoring trends, analyzing performance, pitching new ideas, and helping grow the department’s social media presence. While unpaid, this internship offers extensive experience in public relations and multimedia content creation within a law enforcement setting. Selected candidates must complete DOJ LiveScan fingerprinting, a background screening, and reference checks. Apply through GovernmentJobs.com.

Los Angeles Magazine: Los Angeles magazine, a premier publication covering culture, food, news, and lifestyle in Southern California, is offering editorial internships for college credit. Interns will contribute to the editorial team by fact-checking, researching, developing story ideas, and possibly writing articles. You’ll gain firsthand experience working with writers and editors, pulling court documents, locating sources, and understanding the editorial workflow from pitch to publication. Interns will also assist with digital operations such as uploading content to the website and formatting digital editions. Ideal candidates are self-starting, resourceful, and eager to explore both print and digital media. This unpaid internship is for school credit only. Apply by emailing your resume to Editor-in-Chief Jasmin Rosemberg at jrosemberg@lamag.com. 

Make-A-Wish: Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire offers several unpaid internships that provide hands-on nonprofit experience and the opportunity to help grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Based in Irvine, these roles offer training in marketing, public relations, social media, development, and wish-granting operations. Interns may support events like Pickleball for Wishes, assist in donor outreach, create digital and print content, manage databases, and contribute to storytelling campaigns. Interns typically commit 8–10 hours per week. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and Intern Application Form to: internships@ocie.wish.org.

mxdwn: mxdwn, an online music and entertainment magazine, is looking for a editorial interns. If you live and breathe movies and love talking about movies, filmmaking, and storytelling, this is the place for you. Editorial writers are expected to be highly interactive with the critical conversation surrounding industry trends, pieces of movie news, and (especially) new and recent releases. To apply, submit a resume and two recent movie reviews or editorials to Vanessa Winders at vanessamxdwn@gmail.com with the subject line “Editorial Internship” followed by the name of your favorite character from Star Wars to demonstrate that you are not a robot (although C-3PO and R2-D2 are still acceptable answers).

The Public Access Digital Network: PADNET is Long Beach’s public access television station (Spectrum 32/Frontier 41), and it’s recruiting interns for spring 2026. You will gain extensive hands-on experience in studio and field production, support PADNET members with their projects, and build your own portfolio. Successful candidates are able to work 10 hours per week PADNET is accepting applications through May 15th or until full. First applied, first considered. Applications close Jan. 16. Apply through this form.

PICK6 Flag Football SoCal: PICK6 Flag Football SoCal, a volunteer-based educational nonprofit, seeks interns for Fall 2025 to serve as Sports Anchors/Reporters, Cameramen, and Sports Photographers. The organization promotes physical activity, character development, and healthy habits through youth flag football for boys and girls ages 3–18. Interns will gain experience in sports journalism and production, including reporting, filming, photography, and social media engagement. Responsibilities include interviewing players and coaches, anchoring and filming 50-minute games, capturing action shots, and enhancing fan engagement through digital content. Game days occur Sunday afternoons from 1:30–4 p.m. and Fridays 4:30-7 p.m., starting April 17. Ideal candidates are strong writers with sports knowledge, social media skills, and a proactive approach to storytelling. Send resume and cover letter to Jeff Stewart at PICK6FFSC@gmail.com or call 310-748-9013.

Rose Hanna Counseling Service: Rose Hanna Counseling Services, a boutique psychotherapy group practice, is seeking a motivated and creative Social Media Intern to support its online presence. The practice offers a collaborative and supportive environment where interns can gain hands-on experience in digital marketing within the mental health field. Responsibilities include creating and curating engaging content for Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn; researching mental health trends to guide strategy; drafting captions and graphics aligned with the practice’s voice; maintaining a consistent posting schedule; monitoring engagement and analytics; and supporting special campaigns such as workshops or Mental Health Awareness Month. The role is remote, requires 8–10 hours per week, and is best suited for students interested in social media, psychology, or communications. Applicants should have strong writing and communication skills, familiarity with social platforms and Canva (or willingness to learn), professionalism around sensitive topics, and the ability to work independently. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Dr. Rose Hanna, Psy.D., at Rose@RoseHanna.com.

Signal Tribune: Signal Tribune, the weekly community newspaper covering Long Beach and Signal Hill, is seeking passionate and driven interns interested in photojournalism or reporting. Additional internship opportunities exist for students who want to learn the business side of a print and online newspaper. For journalism internships, the ideal candidates are interested in hyper-local community news and features, familiar with software such as Lightroom, comfortable contacting sources on their own and have a command of AP Style. Interns would be expected to work about 8 to 10 hours per week. To apply, send a resume and 3-5 examples of your work to Samanthad.reporter@gmail.com.

The Sporting Tribune: The Sporting Tribune is offering reporting internships for students based in Southern California. This program is designed to help aspiring journalists gain real-world experience while continuing their education. Interns will be mentored by experienced editors from top media outlets including ESPN, The Athletic, Sports Illustrated, and the Los Angeles Times. Responsibilities include covering local professional and collegiate games and working closely with editors on story development. This is an unpaid internship. To apply, email your resume to jobs@thesportingtribune.com.

AACSC: The Apartment Association, California Southern Cities is offering a Member Services Internship. Interns will assist with member engagement, event coordination, marketing content creation, data analysis, customer service, and fundraising or community projects. Students will gain experience in membership relations, event planning, and marketing outreach while supporting AACSC’s mission to promote and protect the rental housing industry. The internship requires 100 hours per semester, with four-hour shifts during office hours. This is an unpaid internship. To apply, send a resume to Ms. Francella Fierro at ffierro@aacsc.org.

Anderson Sport and Wellness: Anderson Sport and Wellness in Newport Beach is seeking a creative, collaborative Social Media Intern to support its fast-growing physical therapy and wellness practice. Over a 3-month, unpaid internship (with potential to become paid), you’ll work closely with the Marketing and Customer Care teams to brainstorm content, organize FAQs, implement social media strategy, and help execute broader marketing initiatives that highlight the company’s mission of helping people recover and stay active. Responsibilities include managing social channels, creating digital content, tracking performance metrics, and contributing ideas during team meetings. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, eager to learn, digitally savvy (Canva + Google Workspace), and excited to grow in a supportive, fast-paced environment. Apply through ZipRecruiter.

Community Action Partnership of Orange County: CAP OC seeks students interested in internships focused on communications, and public relations. Since 1965, CAP OC has worked to address the root causes of poverty, helping our neighbors make ends meet. CAP OC strives to stabilize, sustain and empower families, providing a pathway towards self-sufficiency. Students should send their resume with an email that expresses their interest to Taylor Dietz, communications manager, at tdietz@capoc.org.

The defiant: The deFIANT’s Public Relations Internship is a hands-on, semester-long (opportunity where interns become an active part of the agency’s team, supporting daily PR, branding, and influencer-relations operations. Interns assist with preparing and distributing media materials, conducting client research, planning or attending events, organizing documents, monitoring media and influencer coverage, and updating media lists and databases. Ideal candidates are available two days per week from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Applicants should bring a passion for PR and knowledge of platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Apply through LinkedIn.

JESSUP PR: JESSUP PR is seeking one Internal Public Relations Intern and two External Public Relations Interns. All three roles are offered as remote or hybrid internships and require eight to 10 hours per week. They’re designed for students who want hands-on exposure to agency life. Learn more about the roles through JESSUP’s careers page. To apply, send your resume to send careers@jessuppr.com.

Live Nation Concerts: Live Nation’s Marketing Intern position is a paid, part-time internship (up to 25 hours/week) that gives students hands-on experience in the live entertainment industry across concert marketing, digital content, grassroots promotions, and event-day operations. Interns help organize and distribute marketing assets, monitor social media trends, draft platform-specific copy, assist with content creation, capture behind-the-scenes footage at shows, and support local promotions through street-team outreach and partner research. On event days, interns help with media check-in, VIP activations, and gathering social content. Apply through Live Nation’s Careers portal.

Orange County Water District: The Orange County Water District’s Public Affairs Internship offers a paid part-time experience (20–25 hours per week) supporting communications work. Under supervision, the intern assists with drafting news releases, fact sheets, talking points, letters, and educational materials; supporting special event planning; contributing to social media campaigns, graphics, and videos; coordinating community outreach and special projects; updating the district website; monitoring legislative hearings and bills; and preparing clear written and oral summaries. Strong writing, organization, research, and familiarity with legislative processes and social media are preferred. Candidates must submit an unofficial transcript, cover letter, a graded writing sample, and a reference letter from a teacher. Apply through GovernmentJobs.com.

Our National Conversation: The Social Media Intern at Our National Conversation (ONC) helps strengthen the organization’s nonpartisan media presence by creating content, supporting rollout strategies, monitoring trends, and analyzing engagement across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube. Working fully remote through Zoom and Slack, interns contribute to building interactive online communities that encourage civil dialogue and may even become the on-camera “face” of a platform if they choose. Responsibilities include producing content, completing assignments from the content calendar, staying up to date with social trends, and adjusting strategy based on weekly analytics. Applicants should have strong writing skills, social media experience, familiarity with Canva and Google Workspace, and must submit a one-page cover letter. Apply through Smart Recruiters.

Port of Los Angeles: The Port of Los Angeles Student Worker Program is a paid internship that gives students experience at one of the world’s busiest seaports. Open to students in all majors, the program offers placements across many departments, providing real-world skill building, networking opportunities, and professional development. Student workers must be motivated, reliable, and available to work up to 20 hours per week between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday–Friday. Interns work in person at the Port’s San Pedro or Wilmington facilities. Apply through the Port of Los Angeles portal.

American Public Media Group: The Marketplace Digital Internship is a full-time, paid remote position running Jan. 5–June 5, offering aspiring business and economic journalists hands-on experience with one of public radio’s leading business news organizations. Interns work 40 hours per week from anywhere in the U.S. and support Marketplace’s digital team by helping curate the website homepage, sourcing and optimizing images, adding links, rewriting radio scripts into digital articles, crafting SEO-driven headlines, and participating in team meetings and trainings. Interns also have opportunities to pitch, report, and publish original stories on Marketplace.org. Interns receive $20/hour, health insurance eligibility, sick time accrual, and retirement plan access. Applicants must be current students or recent graduates (within 18 months). Learn more and apply through the American Public Media Group Careers page.

Los Angeles County: The Los Angeles County Probation Department is offering an unpaid course-credit internship for media interns within its Communications and External Affairs Division. This position provides hands-on experience in public-sector communications, including writing press releases, managing social media, monitoring media coverage, and developing creative content that promotes the department’s mission. Interns will gain exposure to high-profile public issues and learn how large government agencies manage media relations and digital engagement. Applicants should have strong writing and social media skills. Experience with Canva or PosterMyWall and bilingual abilities (especially Spanish) are a plus. The position is primarily remote, with occasional in-person meetings in Downey. To apply, submit a cover letter, résumé, and optional writing sample to Internship Coordinator Ivon Garcia at prob-college@probation.lacounty.gov. More details are available at the L.A. County website. 

Our National Conversation: The Digital Reporter Intern at Our National Conversation plays a key role in advancing the organization’s mission to reduce partisanship by producing nonpartisan, youth-driven news content for social media. This remote internship involves creating timely news updates, filming on-the-street interviews, and producing short-form video content that explains political and media topics in accessible ways. Interns collaborate with ONC leadership while also working independently to research trends, analyze audience engagement, and ethically integrate AI tools to enhance reporting and content production. The role requires comfort being on camera, participating in workshops, and communicating frequently over Zoom and Slack. Apply through LinkedIn.

Ragdoll PR: Ragdoll, a Manhattan Beach–based fashion and beauty public relations agency, is seeking a motivated and reliable part-time intern to support PR activities across editorial, media, influencer relations, and social media. This school-credit-only internship offers experience working with contemporary and luxury fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands. You’ll assist with press releases and pitches, media list building, trend research, social media content creation, monitoring press placements, preparing gifting materials, and researching influencers. Interns must commit to at least three months and a minimum of two days per week. Apply through SimplyHired.

The Recording Academy: The Grammy’s Spring 2026 Social Media Marketing Internship is a paid, part-time remote internship running Jan. 12–April 17, offering hands-on experience supporting marketing, social media, and digital content efforts for the Grammy brand. Interns help plan and execute marketing campaigns, manage social media communities, track analytics, create TikTok- and Instagram-ready content, and provide remote and in-person support during Grammy Week, including live social coverage. Responsibilities include scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, conducting market research, producing digital assets, proofreading content, and assisting with event logistics. Ideal candidates are creative, music-passionate students with strong writing, communication, and organizational skills; familiarity with social platforms; and basic design/editing abilities. Applications are due Nov. 21, 2025. Learn more and apply through the Recording Academy’s Careers page.

ABC7: KABC-TV (ABC7), Los Angeles’ top-rated news station and the ABC-owned television station for Southern California, is offering a paid Digital News Internship based at its Glendale newsroom. Interns will gain hands-on experience in digital journalism, social media, and multimedia storytelling while contributing to one of the nation’s most influential local newsrooms. Responsibilities include writing and posting news stories, clipping and editing video content, monitoring social media platforms, and creating digital assets such as graphics and short-form videos. Ideal candidates have strong writing skills, are familiar with AP Style, and have social media experience. Preferred applicants will also have exposure to Adobe Premiere or Photoshop. Learn more and apply through the Disney Careers Portal.

Fox News Media: Fox News Media is offering a paid spring 2026 internship program in Los Angeles. This internship provides hands-on experience in journalism, broadcast engineering, and news production. Interns will work 16–24 hours per week from February 9 to April 17, 2026, gaining exposure to real-world projects while developing professional and technical skills across Fox News Channel and related platforms. Participants will attend master classes, professional development sessions, and networking events, learning directly from industry professionals. The deadline to apply is Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025. Learn more and apply through the Fox Careers portal.

Fox Sports: Fox Sports is offering a paid spring 2026 internship program in Los Angeles. This internship provides real-world experience at one of the nation’s leading sports networks. Interns will work 16–24 hours per week from February 9 to April 17, 2026, participating in hands-on projects across departments such as production, on-air promotions, analytics, communications, and digital media. The program includes master classes, professional development sessions, and networking events, offering valuable exposure to the fast-paced sports entertainment industry. Familiarity with tools like Adobe Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, or Dalet is a plus. The deadline to apply is Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025. Learn more and apply through the Fox Careers portal.

Get Real News: The Get Real News Research Internship is a part-time, remote role (10 hours per week) designed for students or early-career professionals eager to gain hands-on experience working directly with a founding team of award-winning journalists. Interns will dive into public records, monitor news, and track patterns to generate actionable insights. Core responsibilities include responding to research requests, building and maintaining profiles, creating concise background reports, and helping refine the lab’s research systems. The ideal candidate is curious, resourceful, and detail-oriented, with strong research and analytical skills, the ability to turn raw data into compelling snapshots, and discretion when handling sensitive information. Familiarity with LinkedIn, Crunchbase, Google Advanced Search, or similar tools is a plus. This unpaid internship emphasizes collaboration in a fast-moving startup environment, offering an opportunity to contribute to the mission of supporting a free press. To apply, send your resume and interest statement to: careers@getrealnews.org or heidi@getrealnews.org.

Highland Film Group: Highland Film Group and The Avenue are offering a spring 2026 Theatrical and Home Entertainment Marketing & Distribution Internship in Los Angeles (hybrid: on-site and remote). This hands-on internship gives students the chance to learn the business of global film marketing and distribution—from crafting social media content and promotional materials to assisting with press junkets, premieres, and film markets. Interns will collaborate with departments handling domestic and international sales, marketing, acquisitions, and production, gaining insight into how films move from concept to screen. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, proficient in Microsoft Office (and ideally Adobe Creative Cloud), and passionate about film and entertainment marketing. This is an unpaid, part-time internship. To apply: Send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your fit and weekly availability to info@theavenue.film.

Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy: Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy, the first public charter school approved by the Irvine Unified School District and the only tuition-free Mandarin dual-immersion program in Orange County, is seeking a Public Relations & Marketing Intern to support its mission of fostering bilingualism, biliteracy, and cultural learning. Reporting to the Executive Director, the intern will help enhance the school’s visibility, strengthen community engagement, and share its story with families, partners, and stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing social media, assisting with branding and design, supporting community events, and contributing to communication strategies. Candidates should have strong writing and communication skills, familiarity with platforms like Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn, and a creative eye for design (experience with Canva or Adobe Suite is a plus). This flexible role (10–15 hours/week) provides mentorship, portfolio-building, and hands-on experience in a diverse, mission-driven environment. Review application instructions on the academy’s job site.

Latino Film Institute: The Latino Film Institute is offering an unpaid, for-credit Communications Internship designed to provide students with hands-on experience in nonprofit communications within the arts and entertainment sector. Interns will support the organization’s mission of amplifying Latino voices in film and television by contributing to meaningful projects that strengthen visibility and engagement. This role offers opportunities to develop organizational, creative, and professional skills while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values diversity and storytelling in the media landscape. Apply through the Latino Film Institute’s website.

Long Beach State Athletics: Long Beach State Athletics is seeking a Customer Service & Gameday Experience Intern to assist with fan engagement, live marketing, and event execution for home athletic events. Working 20–30 hours per week, interns will help coordinate on-field and in-game experiences, manage signage and setup, and engage fans through promotions and community outreach. This hands-on role offers students experience in sports marketing, customer service, and event operations while building professional skills in communication, organization, and live-event coordination. Candidates should be energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about athletics, with availability for nights and weekends. To apply: Complete the online application form at https://forms.office.com/r/MBH6tUR0X8.

Miss Arab USA: The Annual Miss Arab Pageant is offering remote internships for undergraduate students with skills in social media content creation, photography, videography, and graphic design. Interns will contribute 7–10+ hours weekly and may earn college credit. While unpaid, the internship offers professional exposure, publication of work on Miss Arab USA’s platforms, and potential networking with Arab American celebrities and leaders. Interns will engage in at least four of the following: writing press releases, managing social media, developing videos and marketing campaigns, promoting events, conducting community research, assisting with grant applications, and supporting sponsor and outreach efforts. Apply through the Miss Arab website.

Segerstrom Center for the Arts: Segerstrom Center for the Arts is offering 10 paid spring 2026 academic internships in arts administration, providing hands-on experience and professional development in one of the nation’s leading cultural institutions. Each internship runs 12 weeks (120 hours total) at $16.90 per hour, offering mentorship, real-world arts management experience, and access to free and discounted performances. Learn about specific opportunities for spring here. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. To apply, complete the Segerstrom form.

Valerie Allen Public Relations: Valerie Allen Public Relations, a top-rated boutique PR agency known for representing celebrity, entertainment, and author/expert clients, is offering a spring 2026 remote PR internship. Interns will gain hands-on experience in media relations, branding, and campaign development, working directly with seasoned publicists whose clients have appeared on major outlets such as Oprah, The Today Show, and The New York Times. Responsibilities include distributing pitch materials, creating press clippings, contacting media, drafting press releases, and managing social media. This unpaid, part-time internship runs from January to April 2026 and is eligible for academic credit. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and have strong time management and writing skills. To apply: Send your resume to Rebecca@vapr.la and Aileen@vapr.la.