Summer Internships

Talent agents and their agencies represent professional actors, writers, performers, musicians, cinematographers, and athletes, working as marketers and brokers in the entertainment industry. They work on behalf of their clients to promote and represent their interests and will typically handle most of the interactions between their clients and the employer. Previous interns have been hosted at agencies such as Allegory Creative Management, Abrams Artists Agency and UTA.

What to Expect:
Interns in the Agency category will be placed at an agency for the representation of actors, directors, producers, writers, and/or cinematographers. Interns are exposed to a high-level overview of the agency environment and will shadow talent agents in their day-to-day work. Interns will learn how to manage heavy phone calls and communication, attend meetings, and handle other administrative responsibilities while learning the fundamentals of the talent agency business.

What You Bring:
In addition to the qualifications for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Liberal Arts or Business background

• Strong written, verbal, and social skills

• Ability to work and communicate well in a fast-paced environment 

• Strong desire to enter an agency or entertainment management career 

Casting professionals identify performers that will bring shows to life. Casting directors must match performers with the artistic and business goals of a production while managing the audition process and reviewing headshots, demos, and reels. Casting directors are key to the pre-production process as they have the power to establish and develop a show's foundation. Previous interns have been hosted at such companies as Kim Coleman Casting, McNulty Casting, Inc. and Paramount.

What to Expect:
Casting interns will be placed in the production company or office of a scripted or unscripted casting director. Interns will be exposed to all facets of the casting process, and participate in research, scheduling, interviewing, and logging of auditions. Interns will learn how to manage heavy phone calls, virtual meeting coordination, and other clerical duties critical to the casting process.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Liberal Arts or Communication background

• An expressed interest in the human psyche

• Strong organizational, people, and social media skills

• Goal of pursuing a career in casting 

A cinematographer, also called a director of photography (DP) is the crew chief that is responsible for the camera and lighting departments. They read through scripts and choose appropriate lighting, angles, framing, and filters to create the mood of the show. Previous interns have been placed on shows such as Matlock, 9-1-1, The Rookie and For All Mankind.

What to Expect:
Cinematography interns will be placed in a television or film studio for the duration of their internship. Interns will be exposed to key aspects of primetime television production and equipment handling. They will observe and where possible, assist a cinematographer during pre-production, location/studio shooting, and post-production color correction.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Strong motion picture/video/photography background

• Pursuing education or career path in cinematography or photography

• All applicants are required to upload a video link of work samples (no more than 5 minutes in total). Original work may be film, digital, or tape.

NOTE: Due to production schedules, this internship could start in late-July/early-August. Please be cognizant of this time frame to ensure it will work with your class schedule prior to applying.

An art director is the individual in charge of developing and maintaining the overall design and creative vision of the show. The set decorator is responsible for fulfilling that vision by "dressing" the space with art, furniture, window coverings, streetlamps, etc. to make it look real. Previous interns in this category have been placed in the studios of production designers such as James Pearse Connelly and on shows such as The Voice and Matlock.

What to Expect:
Interns in Art Direction/Set Decoration will be placed in a design studio or art department for major network and pilot productions. They will receive a high-level overview of the production design process, shadowing and participating in many aspects of design, including production design, construction, property sourcing, budgeting, and creative participation in productions adapted for TV. Interns will have the opportunity to assist in design development and learn the clerical proceedings for an art department.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• A background in Fine Art, Theatre Set Design, and/or Architecture

• Preferred (but not required) knowledge of simple construction and drafting

• Applicants will be required to submit a digital portfolio. See category description within the application form for details.

Costume designers design and create costumes for the actors on a television program. They hire teams, handle the purchasing of materials and clothing, and schedule fittings. Designers collaborate with directors, producers, writers, production designers, and hair & makeup artists to create the look of the characters and enhance the storytelling. Previous interns in this category have been placed on shows such as The Queen's Gambit, black-ish and Euphoria.

What to Expect:
Costume interns will be working in a costume department, studio, or independent company setting. Interns will observe the day-to-day workings of industry-related costume departments and venues such as costume rental facilities and custom-made costume houses. Interns will also receive some exposure to aspects of television pre-production and production, as well as music videos and commercials. Interns may have the opportunity to assist the Costume Designers Guild at Comic-Con San Diego. The costume intern will meet and interact with two west coast costume union locals, as well as costume designers, crews supervisors and Illustrators.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Experience in theatre costume design or fashion design

• Experience creating costumes that focus on storytelling and character development

• Practical costume production work on at least THREE realized productions

• All applicants will be required to submit a digital portfolio. See the category description within the application form for details. 

Development is the process of "developing" new television content. It is key to the creation of new shows; development executives work on developing content, from inception of an idea to its production. Their work encapsulates a multitude of responsibilities, from coming up with pitches, refining script drafts, creating pitch decks, and doing any other preparation of materials with the goal of selling a production. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as The Jim Henson Company and Cloudco Entertainment.

What to Expect:
Interns in Development - Children's Programming will be placed at a network, cable, or production company. Interns will receive an in-depth overview of development and production for animated and live action children's programming. They will review scripts and support all administrative processes related to selling ideas to networks and studios. Interns will learn how to take effective notes and write coverage on scripts.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• A background in Literature, Liberal Arts, Communications, Children's Entertainment, or Education

• Standard office administration skill set (ability to work across Microsoft Office/Google Suite, draft email correspondence, conduct research)

• Attention to detail and effective note taker

• Desire to pursue a career in TV development and to learn about the business side of television pre-production

Development is the process of "developing" new television content. It is key to the creation of new shows; development executives work on developing content, from inception of an idea to its production. Their work encapsulates a multitude of responsibilities, from coming up with pitches, refining script drafts, creating pitch decks, and doing any other preparation of materials with the goal of selling a production. Previous interns have been placed at studios and production companies such as FX, National Lampoon and Valhalla Entertainment.

What to Expect:
Interns in Development - Scripted will be placed at a studio or production company developing content for television. Interns will receive an in-depth overview of development and production for scripted programming. They will observe and participate in the evaluation of scripted programming and movies for television, review literary materials, and be involved in the selection of writers and oversight of script development.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• A background in Creative Writing, Literature, Theatre Arts, Liberal Arts, or Communication

• Standard office administration skill set (ability to work across Microsoft Office/Google Suite, draft email correspondence, conduct research)

• Attention to detail and effective note taker

• Desire to pursue a career in TV development and to learn about the business side of television pre-production

Development is the process of "developing" new television content from inception of an idea to its production. The work of a development executive encapsulates a multitude of responsibilities, from coming up with pitches, creating pitch decks, and doing any other preparation of materials with the goal of selling a production. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Freemantle, Tremendous! Entertainment and Bunim-Murray Productions.

What to Expect:
Development Interns will be placed at production companies and studios working on developing unscripted/reality content. Interns will assist in all facets of the development of unscripted content. This can include working with production companies and/or network programming staff to conceive and execute programs.

What You Bring:

• Standard office administration skill set (ability to work across Microsoft Office/Google Suite, draft email correspondence, conduct research)

• Attention to detail and effective note-taker

• Desire to pursue a career in unscripted development and to learn about the business side of television pre-production

Television production is the process of developing a program from early writing and conception all the way to editing and preparing it for broadcast. Different types of shows have different production methods and needs geared towards efficiently creating a final product to be delivered to an audience. Several scripted shows are produced similarly to films, on sets or on location, involving a cast and crew relative to the scope of the show. Past interns have been placed at companies such as Shondaland.

What to Expect:
Production interns will be placed at a studio or production company working on scripted television programming. They will observe the production process of current series or movies for television. This can include script development, pre-production, filming/taping, and post-production.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship Foster Youth opportunities, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Interest in a career in television production

• Background coursework in Television/Film, Creative Writing, Literature, Theatre Arts, or Liberal Arts/Communications

• Some production experience recommended

• Works well in a fast-paced environment

NOTE: Due to production schedules, this internship could start in late-July/early-August. Please be cognizant of this time frame to ensure it will work with your class schedule prior to applying.

Digital media refers to any form of media that is created, distributed, and consumed using digital technologies, encompassing a wide range of content such as text, images, videos, and interactive media. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Getty Images and RMVISTAR.

What to Expect:
Digital Media interns will be placed at a network, studio, media, or production company. Interns will receive an immersion into the creation and/or editing of digital content, or in the marketing of television and entertainment.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background coursework in TV, Film, Digital Media Production, Creative Writing/Storytelling, Entertainment Marketing, and/or Communications

• Familiarity with digital technologies and social media platforms is a plus

A TV director specializes in transforming scripts into episodes of television. For a single-camera production, the director usually has similar responsibilities as a film director and must coordinate camera positions and angles, lighting, and the overall flow of a scene; for multi-camera productions, the director usually ensures the production flows well, communicates with different camera operators, and oversees floor production. Past interns in Directing have been placed on productions such as Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Station 19 and Happy's Place. 

What to Expect:
Directing interns will be placed on a single or multi-camera TV production. Interns will receive an overview of the directing process with possible exposure to casting, production meetings, location scouting, and shooting. They will observe productions such as series, TV movies, and late-night shows.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background coursework in directing and editing (student films, content creation)

• Experience utilizing electronic cameras

• All applicants will be required to upload a video link of one continuous scene (no more than 2 minutes in total) or original work. The video may be film, digital, or tape.

NOTE: Due to production schedules, this internship could start in late-July/early-August. Please be cognizant of this time frame to ensure it will work with your class schedule prior to applying. 

Television editors are responsible for taking video footage and clips for a television show, documentary, or movie and cropping, blending, and syncing them together in order to produce a professional quality piece of work for the final version. Editors work closely with directors, producers, and camera operators to ensure the vision of the project is realized. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Geiger Post, Ping Pong Productions, and others.

What to Expect:
Editing interns will be placed in a studio or production company. Interns will observe post-production of episodic, reality, variety, TV movie, and/or mini-series shows, and have exposure to film/tape non-linear, color correction, and motion graphics systems. They will also sit with editors and learn an overview of offline processes, online and color correction processes, and deliverables processes.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background coursework in film and tape editing

• Basic knowledge of Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere, and Adobe After Effects

• All applicants are required to upload a video link of work samples (no more than 5 minutes in total).

Unscripted television encompasses reality shows, documentaries, competition series, talk shows, and other formats that capture real people and authentic moments rather than scripted performances. Getting Real: Unscripted interns will receive hands-on experience in fast-paced production environments—working with professionals such as story producers, editors, and talent teams to shape engaging real-life narratives.

Casting

Casting professionals identify performers that will bring shows to life. Casting directors have to match performers with the artistic and business goals of a production, while managing the audition process and reviewing headshots, demos, and reels. Casting directors are key to the pre-production process as they have the power to establish and develop a show's foundation. Previous interns have been hosted at Bunim-Murray Productions, Inc. and High Noon Entertainment.

What to Expect:
Casting Interns will be placed in the production company or office of a casting director. Interns will be exposed to all facets of the casting process, and participate in research, scheduling, interviewing, and logging of auditions. Interns will learn how to manage heavy phone calls, virtual meeting coordination, and other clerical duties critical to the casting process.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Getting Real Unscripted Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Liberal Arts or Communication background

• An expressed interest in the human psyche

• A strong organizational, people, and social media skill set

• A positive attitude and goals of pursuing a career in casting for unscripted television

Development

Development is the process of "developing" new television content. It is key to the creation of new shows; development executives work on developing content, from inception of an idea to its production. Their work encapsulates a multitude of responsibilities, from coming up with pitches, creating pitch decks, and doing any other preparation of materials with the goal of selling a production. Previous interns have been hosted at 44 Blue Productions, Endemol Shine North America, Bunim-Murray Productions, Inc. and World of Wonder.

What to Expect:
Development Interns will be placed at production companies and studios working on developing unscripted/reality content. Interns will assist in all facets of the development of unscripted content. This can include working with production companies and/or network programming staff to conceive and execute programs.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Getting Real Unscripted Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Standard office administration skill set (ability to work across Microsoft Office/Google Suite, draft email correspondence, conduct research)

• Attention to detail and effective note-taker

• Desire to pursue a career in TV development and to learn about the business side of television pre-production

Post-Production

Post-production are the final steps in the creation of a television program, and act as the glue that holds the entire finished product together. It is the stage in which the filming has wrapped, and the editing of the visual and audio materials begins. This refers to all tasks associated with cutting raw footage, adding music, dubbing, and sound effects, among others. It can involve many professionals, including editors, sound engineers, foley artists, and colorists, and is an incredibly collaborative part of the process. Previous interns have been hosted at Bunim-Murray Productions, Inc.

What to Expect:
Post-production interns will be placed at a studio or production company and interns will observe the post-production of unscripted shows. They will gain exposure to film/tape non-linear, color correction, and motion graphics systems. Interns will also receive opportunities to sit with editors and learn about the offline processes, online and color correction processes, and deliverables processes.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Getting Real Unscripted Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Interest in unscripted television

• Work well in a team setting

• Working knowledge of Avid or other professional editing tools

• Working knowledge of Pro Tools for sound editing

• All applicants are required to upload a video link of work samples (no more than 5 min. in total.)

Production

Television Production is the process of developing a program from early writing and conception all the way to editing and preparing it for broadcast. Different types of shows have different production methods and needs geared towards efficiently creating a final product to be delivered to an audience. Unscripted television includes any kind of project that is not script dependent. These can include documentaries and reality television. Without relying on a script, unscripted television opens a new host of opportunities for storytelling. Previous interns have been hosted at Bunim-Murray Productions, Inc.

What to Expect:
Production interns will be placed at a studio or production company. They will gain exposure to production of unscripted specials, segments or series. Duties can include research, studio/location production, and post-production.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Getting Real Unscripted Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Experience with unscripted production (student films, content creation, coursework)

• Research, writing, and computer skills

• Working knowledge of Keynote or Powerpoint presentations

• Applicants are encouraged to upload short writing samples and a video link to work samples (no more than 5 min. in total), if available.

In television, music producers, composers, and arrangers work to score and create the soundscapes of shows and programs. They may write theme music, orchestrate existing pieces, or compose new work to complement scenes. Previous interns have been placed in the offices of composers such as Jeff Russo, Mark Isham, Sparks and Shadows and others.

What to Expect:
Music interns will be placed onsite under the administration of a music composer at a production company or music studio. Interns will receive a high-level overview of the production of music for television (both electronic and orchestral), including the processes for sound design, recording, music editing, studio set-up, software and hardware installation, and orchestration.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• A background in music, with a strong emphasis in music for television or film

• Orchestral and Electronic aptitude and experience

• A desire in pursuing a career as a composer, arranger or other career in music production

• All applicants will be required to upload a video link of original composition(s), no more than 5 minutes in total. The composition should underscore video, and the submission should include a paragraph explaining the context of the scene(s) in the clip.

Broadcast journalists report on local events to their communities on a daily (if not more frequent) basis. They report both in studio and in the field, informing their viewers about local events, happenings, and relevant information. Previous interns have been placed at stations such as Univision, KABC 7 News, and Fox 11.

What to Expect:
News interns will be placed onsite at a local Los Angeles TV news station. Interns will be immersed in the day-to-day processes of broadcast journalism. This will include a variety of areas, including within an assignment desk, production control room, web operations, and field assignments with news crews. The intern will interact and work alongside on-air and segment producers, online producers, editors, newswriters, anchors, and occasionally travel with reporters for stories and live remotes. Responsibilities may include attending production meetings, researching news topics, aiding in the planning of new series, viewing and logging tape, and transcribing interviews.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background coursework in TV Production and/or Journalism

• Strong understanding of social media platforms (such as YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Google+, and Pinterest)

• Basic office administration skills (ability to work across Microsoft Office/Google Suite, draft email correspondence, conduct research)

• Desire to pursue a career path as a news producer or journalist

Physical production executives work to oversee all production aspects of several television programs. They are responsible for all the resources of a company, including buildings, studios, sets, special rigs, costumes, crew, staff, and most importantly money and time. This includes managing shows through various stages, including development, pre-production, production, post-production, airing, and/or distribution. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Warner Bros. Television Group, Hulu and Nickelodeon.

What to Expect:
Physical Production/Business Management interns will be placed at a network, studio, or production company. They will observe and assist a production executive with their department's oversight of the physical production of multiple television programs, while gaining an understanding of the overall production process from both a show and corporate point of view. Interns will learn from production executives as they liaise with productions and other departments such as Programming (Development and Current), Budgeting and Finance, Publicity and Promotion, Product Placement, Standards and Practice, Merchandising and Distribution, and Marketing.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background coursework in TV/Film

• Business background is a plus

• Standard office administration skills (ability to work across Microsoft Office/Google Suite, draft email correspondence, conduct research)

Television Production is the process of developing a program from early writing and conception all the way to editing and preparing it for airing. Different types of shows have different production methods and needs geared towards efficiently creating a final product to be delivered to an audience. Animated television programs follow a very involved production pipeline, with several steps from pre-production to post-production. These can include but are not limited to storyboarding and visual development, modeling and character animation, and composition and color grading. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Titmouse, Lex + Otis and Bento Box.

What to Expect:
Production interns will be placed at a digital studio or production company and will receive an in-depth immersion into the animation process. They will observe and participate with professionals dedicated to the art and artistry of visual effects and character animation. Interns will gain insight into an overview of either the hand-drawn (cel) animation process and rigged, puppet animation or computer-generated animation based on expressed preference. Each production of an animated series comes with its own unique processes, which could be in the pre-production, production, or post-production stage.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background in Arts, Theatre Arts, Film, Writing, or Photography

• For Computer Generated Animation:

  • Computer and 3D skills

  • Computer character set up and animation

  • Effects animation

  • Lighting experience a plus

• For Hand-Drawn Animation:

  • Figure drawing

  • Character Design

  • Visual Development 

  • Hand-Drawn animation reel

  • Storyboard experience

• All applicants must upload a video link of work samples showing animation of characters, props, etc., NOT just special effects (no more than 5 minutes in total). Storyboard is mandatory for hand-drawn animation.

Television Production is the process of developing a program from early writing and conception all the way to editing and preparing it for airing. Different types of programs have different production methods and needs geared towards efficiently creating a final product to be delivered to an audience. Commercial production involves advertising agencies or brands who hire filmmakers to execute creative scripts once they are approved by a client. These types of projects can include television commercials, online ads, and increasingly, ads for social media. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Radical Media, Outpost Digital and Media Arts Lab.

What to Expect:
Production interns will be placed at a commercial advertising agency, production company, or editorial facility. They will participate in the conception, organization, production, and post-production processes of commercials.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background coursework in TV/Film Production

• Interest in marketing or advertising

Television Production is the process of developing a program from early writing and conception all the way to editing and preparing it for airing. Different types of shows have different production methods and needs geared towards efficiently creating a final product to be delivered to an audience. Unscripted television includes any kind of project that is not script dependent. These can include documentaries, docuseries, and reality television. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Marwar Junction, Herizon Productions and Tremendous! Entertainment.  

What to Expect:
Production interns will be placed at a production company or cable network. They will gain exposure to the production of documentaries and/or unscripted specials, segments or series. These duties can include research, studio/location production, and post-production. Interns will have the opportunity to work on multiple projects in various stages including working on set as a production assistant.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background or interest in documentary production

• Research and writing skills

• Computer skills

Television Production is the process of developing a program from early writing and conception all the way to editing and preparing it for airing. Different types of shows have different production methods and needs geared towards efficiently creating a final product to be delivered to an audience. Live television is produced and broadcast in real time as the event is happening. Different types of live shows include news broadcasts, entertainment shows, sports, and other events. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Jesse Collins Entertainment, Bob Bain Productions and SJ2 Entertainment.

What to Expect:
Production interns will be placed at production offices and event locations. They will work with producers during pre-production and night of live production for broadcast. Duties include phones, script organization, clerical, audio/video help and production assistant-type work. This can include proofing pre-taped video packages before live broadcast, assisting in pre-production meetings, and opportunities to be involved in live production.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Interest in live television

• Excellent organizational skills

• Works well in a fast-paced environment

• Collaborative in a team setting

Television Production is the process of developing a program from early writing and conception all the way to editing and preparing it for airing. Different types of shows have different production methods and needs geared towards efficiently creating a final product to be delivered to an audience. Several scripted shows are produced similarly to films, on sets or on location, involving a cast and crew relative to the scope of the show. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as STARZ, Hallmark, Shondaland and Lifetime.

What to Expect:
Production interns will be placed with a production company that develops scripted television series or movies. Their responsibilities may include supporting pre-production and production schedules, assisting with logistics, and performing production assistant duties to help ensure each project runs efficiently from planning through wrap.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Interest in a career in television production

• Background coursework in Film/Television

• Some production experience recommended

• Works well in a fast-paced environment

NOTE: Due to production schedules, this internship could start in late-July/early-August. Please be cognizant of this time frame to ensure it will work with your class schedule prior to applying.

Television Production Management is the art of ensuring a production gets made on budget and on time. It is the craft of organizing the production and using resources creatively, whether that's sourcing props or managing the budget of a 22-episode series. A production manager is deeply involved in all stages of production, from pre- to post-production. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as NZK Productions/Warner Horizon, Tremendous! Entertainment and Shondaland.

What to Expect:
Production Management interns will be placed with a studio or production company working on either episodic or reality television production. Responsibilities may include organizing, scheduling, and budgeting of productions, as well as some production assistant and general office duties. Interns can expect to learn and understand the skill set needed to start a successful career in production management.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background coursework in Film or TV, Business background is a plus

• Strong organization and communication skills

• Strong desire to pursue a career in TV production, specifically on the business side

Public relations teams work to disseminate important company news or events, maintain a brand image, and put a positive spin on negative events. They communicate with teams at a company to draft press releases, identify and execute media placements for their clients, and work closely with marketing teams. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Hulu, Cartoon Network and Organic.

What to Expect:
Public Relations/Publicity interns will be placed at a public relations firm and/or entertainment company with an in-house PR department. Interns gain a high-level overview of the world of entertainment PR; they can expect to be involved in researching and writing news releases, assisting in contacting all media press and attending meetings and other news events.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background coursework in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, Publicity, or English

• Strong writing and communication skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with many moving pieces of information

• Goals of becoming a publicist, marketing executive, or leader in a communications field

Audio post-production includes all stages of audio production relating to the sound produced and synchronized with a television program or film. These include areas such as sound design and effects, foley, ADR, sound editing, and audio mixing. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Smart Post West and Larson Sound.

What to Expect:
Sound interns will be placed at an audio post-production facility. They will gain exposure to all aspects of scripted and/or unscripted production and post-production sound. Possible exposure to production sound on-set. Sound editing, supervision, mixing, transfer and studio management techniques, sound effects, music, foley, and dialogue.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Basic understanding of electronics and sound equipment

• Some music and/or sound effects editing and mixing experience is desirable

The visual effects industry uses digital tools for realizing the vision of a filmmaking team. This process creates or manipulates imagery outside of a live action shoot. Various techniques include compositing, 3D modeling, animation, motion capture, matte painting, and AI. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Barnstorm VFX and CoSA VFX.

What to Expect:
Visual Effects interns will be placed at a prominent visual effects facility. They will observe and participate in all aspects of visual effects production from script breakdowns and budgets through the process of creating and rendering finished VFX sequences. The experience may also include exposure to processes on-set or in editorial. The visual effects industry has historically pioneered the use of computers to simulate and automate processes for decades, and now in the age of AI the visual effects industry's use of computers for workflow efficiencies and generative outputs has grown significantly. Visual effects interns will be positioned for exposure to some of these digital advancements that continue to lead the way for the production industry.  

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Background in art, photography, computer programming or film

• Experience with software such as Maya, Blender, Houdini, Nuke, Unreal Engine, Unity, After Effects, or Photoshop

• All applicants are required to upload digital work samples of visual effects or computer graphics work. (no more than 5 minutes in total)

Television writing is the art of writing a TV show. Television writers have the exciting job of envisioning and creating the world of a show. TV writers develop stories, write scripts, make edits and revisions, and help determine what an episode looks like. Previous interns have been placed on shows such as Abbott Elementary and American Housewife.

What to Expect:
Writing interns will be placed on a television series or at a studio or network and will gain insight into an overview of the writing process. Duties may include idea inception, story meetings, revision, and production. Interns may have opportunities to shadow the writers and staff in the room to gain a better understanding of how writers' rooms are organized and run.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Interest in writing for television

• Strong writing skills

• Applicants must submit a PDF of an original scene (maximum 4 pages, excluding title page) written for a current comedy series using the show’s existing characters and tone. The show must have aired within the past two years.

  The submission must include:

  • A logline

  • The network, cable, or streaming service on which the series airs

  Applicants are encouraged to research and follow the most current scriptwriting format appropriate to the comedy genre. Upon notification, finalists must submit a link of a completed original script (series episode, long form, or play).

NOTE: Due to production schedules, this internship could start in late-July/early-August. Please be cognizant of this time frame to ensure it will work with your class schedule prior to applying.

Television writing is the art of writing a TV show. Television writers have the exciting job of envisioning and creating the world of a show. TV writers develop stories, write scripts, make edits and revisions, and help determine what an episode looks like. Previous interns have been placed at shows such as The Boys and Selena.

What to Expect:
Writing interns will be placed on a television series or at a studio or network and will gain insight into an overview of the writing process. Duties may include idea inception, story meetings, revision, and production. Interns may have opportunities to shadow the writers and staff in the room to gain a better understanding of how writers' rooms are organized and run.

What You Bring:
In addition to the requirements for the Television Academy Foundation Internship program, the ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications:

• Interest in writing for television

• Strong writing skills

• Applicants must submit a PDF of an original scene (maximum 4 pages, excluding title page) written for a current drama series using the show’s existing characters and tone. The show must have aired within the past two years.

  The submission must include:

  • A logline

  • The network, cable, or streaming service on which the series airs

  Applicants are encouraged to research and follow the most current scriptwriting format appropriate to the drama genre.

  Upon notification, finalists must submit a link of a completed original script (series episode, long form, or play).

NOTE: Due to production schedules, this internship could start in late-July/early-August. Please be cognizant of this time frame to ensure it will work with your class schedule prior to applying.