Spring / Summer 2025 Internships
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Spring 2025 (Updated 12/09/2024) (NEW! Scroll down to view Summer 2025 internship listings.)
The Link Entertainment: The Link Entertainment seeks applicants for a remote internship focused on social media. Through the internship, you will gain hands-on experience in social media content creation, including crafting engaging posts, designing graphics, and producing videos tailored to specific platforms. The intern will learn to effectively schedule content, analyze performance metrics, and adjust strategies to improve audience engagement. Additionally, the intern will develop an understanding of how social media contributes to overall marketing strategies and brand visibility, while staying updated on industry trends and best practices. To apply, send resume and cover letter to Leah Selena at leahselena@thelinkentertainment.com.
Really Nourished: A company helping people embark on holistic eating, Really Nourished seeks a social media marketing intern. This role provides the opportunity to learn about growing and maintaining a brand’s online presence through newsletters, referral partnerships, and influencer collaborations. By conducting research, sending outreach emails, and exploring partnership opportunities, the intern will learn effective strategies for expanding a brand’s reach and fostering business development. To apply, send your resume and a cover letter to Melissa Brescia at melissa@reallynourished.com.
22 West Media: CSULB’s student-driven multimedia company 22 West Media is hiring interns for Spring Semester 2025. Positions span television, radio, and magazine. Specific positions include TV news producer, video editor, audio technician, music Intern, radio news producer, magazine staff writer and graphic artist Intern To be considered, apply with your resume and cover letter by January 5. Internship applications are available on CareerLink. Contact Jeffrey Whitten at jeffrey.whitten@csulb.edu if you have trouble finding the applications.
Arthritis National Research Foundation: Based in Irvine, Arthritis National Research Foundation seeks three internships available. One focuses on writing, another on video editing, and one on graphic design. Review the attached document for details, including qualifications. To apply, send resume and cover letter to Jenny Dunne, senior director of marketing and communications, at jdunne@curearthritis.org.
4th Street Productions: 4th Street Productions, a commercial video production company in Los Angeles, seeks candidates for internships in social media, short form editing, and creative storytelling development. The company will provide training, though the ideal candidates have some familiarity the area for which they’re interested. To apply, send resume and cover letter to Luiggi Svagelj at hello@4thstreetproductions.com.
Kids Sports News Network: KSNN is a national youth sports broadcast network looking for a youth sports journalist intern. Your task would be to research, document, write, and present national youth sports news stories in an honest, ethical, and unbiased way. Besides the pressures of working on deadlines and getting stories out ahead of the competition, your stories must be balanced, giving all parties a chance to have their say. Hours are flexible, averaging 10 to 20 hours per week. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume and two writing samples by email to Micah Giles at micah@ksnn.net. (This internship also is listed on CareerLINK.)
Los Angeles magazine: Los Angeles magazine is looking for detail-oriented, thorough, resourceful, intuitive, and determined self-starter students with excellent communication skills to intern in its editorial department. Responsibilities include fact-checking, conducting research, and submitting story ideas with the possibility of writing them. Fact-checking is not always as easy as it sounds. You may need to contact the celebrity of the moment or outwit a word-savvy politician. In researching subjects, you’d work directly with writers and editors in putting stories together (which may include doing some reporting). For consideration, please submit your résumé, cover letter, and writing samples to Eric Mercado via emercado@lamag.com. Please note this internship is unpaid.
PICK6 Flag Football SoCal: A league serving San Pedro and surroundings areas, PICK6 Flag Football SoCal is looking for a social media intern. The successful candidate has strong communication skills, is creative, and understands different social media platforms. As an intern, you would create Reels, Stories, videos, and posts using company owned collateral; select music that appeals to the target audience of youth athletes, parents and other sports leagues; and post content that helps grow followers. To apply, send resume to Jeff Stewart via email at pick6ffsc@gmail.com.
Purveyour: The fashion-focused website Purveyour is looking for an editorial intern to create content for its blog and website. This is a remote internship. To apply, complete the online application.
Ragdoll PR: This boutique fashion, beauty and lifestyle PR agency located in Manhattan Beach seeks applicants for a spring internship. Ragdoll seeks a commitment of at least three months for 15 hours per week. Successful candidates must have an interest in fashion and beauty. This unpaid internship will satisfy requirements for academic credit. Responsibilities would include designing social media content; monitoring print, digital press and blogger press; preparing gifting materials for stylists, editors and influencers; researching digital influencers for potential partnerships; and writing or pitching press releases. To apply, send resume to Amanda Durham at amanda@ragdollpr.com.
Claims Journal: Claims Journal and its other business news media outlets are seeking spring interns interested in journalism (and a handful of good bylines). Interns will contribute to newsgathering while learning about business reporting from experienced editors of three different news websites. You will write assigned briefs as well as interview subject-matter experts, attorneys, and business executives for deadline stories. You’ll also work on longer enterprise articles that follow trends and developments. Work hours are pretty much on your own schedule in this remote (virtual) internship. Students who have some familiarity with AP style and have completed at least one basic news writing course (such as JOURN 120) are strongly preferred. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to editor Don Jergler at djergler@insurancejournal.com.
Rachel Dares PR: This full-service PR and marketing agency based in Orange County is seeking enthusiastic interns to join its team. The interns will craft compelling press materials; conduct research to compile lists of local, national, and international news outlets and influencers; create engaging graphics and write captivating copy for clients’ accounts for social media platforms; and monitor and analyze social media campaigns. Successful candidates are available for a minimum of two days per week, dedicating at least four hours per day. To apply, send an email and resume to Rachel Dares at rachel@racheldarespr.com.
County of Orange: The County of Orange is seeking candidates to serve as a social media/media relations intern. Duties will include assisting in the preparation and distribution of press releases, event planning; assisting with department newsletter, and posting updates to the department’s Intranet. The internship requires 12 to 15 hours per week. Hours can be scheduled in 3- to 8-hour blocks of time during regular business hours. Applicants must attach a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts to their application. In addition, applicants will need to include a writing sample with their application materials. Learn more and apply through the Government Jobs portal.
EdSource: EdSource is seeking college student journalists with backgrounds in reporting or editing who want to hone their skills, build their résumés and prepare for the job market. As part of EdSource’s California Student Journalism Corps, you have opportunities to collaborate with some of the most seasoned education reporters in California. Interns will learn from professional journalists and earn a stipend of $1,000. College internship credit also is available. The part-time internship is all remote, though when possible, students interview subjects in person at their own campuses or nearby. To apply, write a cover letter, submit a résumé and complete the application. Submit the application packet to Student Corps editors Tanya Perez, at studentcorps@edsource.org and Daniel Vasquez, at studentcorps-socal@edsource.org.
Girls’ Life: Do you have a passion for writing, fashion, beauty and entertainment? Join the Girls’ Life team to gain hands-on experience in the world of digital media and content creation. As an intern with Girls Life, you’ll brainstorm content ideas, write articles and assist with social media. This internship requires about 10-15 hours per week and is non-paid. To apply, send a cover letter and two non-fiction writing samples by Dec. 20, 2024, to Sarah Wassner Flynn at swassner@gmail.com. Please include “GL Spring Editorial Internship” in the subject line. The internship runs from mid-January to mid-May.
Los Angeles Council District 8: Councilmember Harris-Dawson’s office is looking for energetic, creative and self-motivated interns to join its team and help serve council district eight, which covers parts of South Los Angeles. Interns work in areas including social media, photography, videography and community outreach, among others. Apply through the District 8 website.
Live Nation Entertainment: Femme It Forward is seeking a social media creative intern. The intern will research, curate, and develop engaging social content that resonates with targeted fans of specific artists and genres; assist with brainstorming big ideas on upcoming events and project; help measure social strategy across multiple channels; and assist with the development and implementation of social strategy across Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. This paid internship requires at least three per week, with hours between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Learn more and apply through Live Nation’s career portal.
Velvet Hammer: Velvet Hammer Music and Management Group, located in West Hollywood, is seeking detail-oriented self-starters who are resourceful. Intern responsibilities include assisting with creative marketing strategies, researching new and up-and-coming artists, and helping with day-to-day artists relations. The internship requires two days a week 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. To apply, send resume to Ms. Joey Sinatra at joey@velvethammer.net.
Aki Lashes: This beauty brand in Torrance is seeking a social media enthusiast with a strong and keen knowledge of social media platforms, marketing and publicity strategies. The social media marketing intern will assist the marketing team with helping the brand succeed and maintain a strong online presence. Learn more and apply through LinkedIn.
CLD PR: CLD seeks candidates for a fashion PR internship. CLD has worked with A-list talent such as Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, Barry Keoghan, Doja Cat, Vanessa Hudgens, the Kardashian/Jenners, Rihanna, Mindy Kaling and many other celebrities. What makes CLD PR unique is that it hires all entry-level positions from its internship program. To apply, follow the detailed instructions on LinkedIn.
Cider: Founded in 2020 and rooted in Los Angeles, Cider stands as one of the fastest-growing fashion brands today, with a following exceeding 5 million. As an influencer marketing intern at Cider, you will work closely with the influencer marketing and events manager to support influencer marketing strategy, event and PR initiatives, project management, and market research. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about fashion and eager to learn and grow within a creative environment. Apply through LinkedIn.
Modern Currency Public Relations: MCPR, an award-winning boutique agency based in Los Angeles, is looking for its next cohort of superstar winter/spring interns. MCPR has three public relations internships available and two social media internships. All internships will be remote, with a preference for candidates who can work three days per week. Ideal candidates are creative, are visually inclined and have a strong understanding of the digital landscape. Interested candidates should send their resumes to Skylar Terrana, senior account executive, at skylar@moderncurrencypr.com.
SiriusXM: SiriusXM Podcasts is seeking an intern interested in learning about recording, editing, mixing and publishing podcasts. The audio engineering team works closely with the talent and podcast producers to record, edit, mix and publish a range of podcasts across the Team Coco, Stitcher Studios, Earwolf and SiriusXM brands. Experience with video recording and editing a plus but not required. This internship pays $17.28 per hour. Learn more and apply through the SiriusXM Careers portal.
Sony Pictures: Sony’s Game Shows Division is seeking a design intern. In this paid internship, you will be provided with challenging tasks, real-world experience, and many educational and social networking opportunities. The design intern will help the team’s designers and editors execute strategic design solutions for social and digital asset creation for Sony’s main brands and IPs. This spring internship is from January through May 30th (start and end dates are flexible based on school schedules) and all candidates must be able to work part-time hours (10-29 a week). Learn more and apply through the Sony Pictures Career portal.
The Standard Stitch: Based in Newport Beach, The Standard Stitch is hiring a public relations intern to support its growing team. This hybrid internship is a perfect opportunity for an individual who is eager to learn about media relations in the fashion sector. Responsibilities would include researching and identifying prospective media partnerships, maintaining contact list, strategizing media outreach, and drafting press releases. To apply, send end resume and cover letter to hello@thestandardstitch.com.
Califia Farms: Califia, one of the leading plant-based beverage brands, is looking to hire a talented, self-motivated individual for a paid internship. The influencer and PR intern will support the development and execution of influencer marketing and public relations strategy. This role will directly interact with key internal and external partners to assist with influencer campaigns, media relations, and report on current industry trends. This position is based out of our headquarters in the Arts District in Downtown Los Angeles and works in the office at least once a week. To learn more about the responsibilities and how to apply, read the internship announcement on LinkedIn.
GoodRx: A digital publication that covers consumer healthcare, GoodRx seeks journalism students to apply for three editorial internships. All of the internships are paid and would last six months. One intern would focus on writing, another would focus on copy editing, and third would focus on search engine optimization. The internship can be based on-site in the Santa Monica office, remote, or a hybrid of office and remote work. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis for the January 2025 cohort of the GoodRx Editorial Internship. You will receive any offer notification by mid-November. To learn more, review the details on LinkedIn.
Disneyland Resort: As an intern on the Disneyland Resort Public Relations Team, you will get to share exciting Disney news with journalists around the world! In this one-of-a-kind role, you’ll be immersed in all facets of PR — from media relations, writing, and events to the business behind the magic — things like strategy, integrated communications, and, of course, showcasing success. The successful candidate knows both Associated Press and SEO writing styles. A writing sample and/or portfolio are highly encouraged for this position. The pay rate for this internship in California is $22.00 per hour. Please note that You are expected to work full-time hours (approximately 40 per week) during the internship. Apply through Disney Careers.
The Walt Disney Company: D23: The Official Disney Fan Club seeks candidates for a paid internship that begins in January. The D23 Partnerships Professional Intern will have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to work directly with the team who manages and drives sponsorships and partnerships with D23. As an intern, you will work with the D23 Sponsorship team, contributing to communications, project management, and partnerships. The pay rate for this internship based in California is $22 per hour. Apply through Disney Careers.
Wasserman: This position will report to the Athlete Content Manager on the Athlete Exchange team. This team helps manage and create branded and organic content for the digital properties of Wasserman athletes, as well as pitch and manage branded athlete content projects that include commercial production shoots, paid media management, and custom graphics or imagery creation. Please note: This is an unpaid internship with a time commitment of 15 – 20 hours per week. Apply through the Wasserman career portal.
Insomniac: Do you enjoy dance music? Are you passionate about public relations? Then you’re in luck! Insomniac is looking for two public relations interns in two separate groups. Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Both internships pay $18 per hour, but they involve different time commitments. To learn about the PR internship with the Music Group, click here. To learn about other PR internship, click here.
PBS SoCal: PBS SoCal is looking for a public relations candidate for its spring internship. If you are looking to hone your PR and communications skills, then apply today! PBS SoCal tells stories that matter through original programs that reflect the diversity of the region, and the full schedule of trusted PBS programs. The PR & Communications intern supports all of PBS SoCal’s PR and “earned media” efforts. This is part of the Marketing and Communications team and works primarily remotely. The internship pays $18 per hour. Learn more and apply through the PBS SoCal careers portal.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts: This world-class performing arts center in Costa Mesa has launched applications for paid academic internships for spring 2025. Opportunities include internships in community engagement, digital marketing, general marketing, graphic design, public relations, and social media. These internships are for 120 hours over 12 weeks and pay $16.50 per hour. Successful applicants must be available to attend professional development sessions from 2 to 3 p.m. on Fridays. The deadline to apply for is Wednesday, Dec. 11. To apply, visit www.scfta.org/interns.
Warner Bros. Discovery: The U.S. Networks Digital Video team seeks applicants for a paid internship. The U.S. Networks Digital Video team operates in a fast-paced environment, with team members managing multiple projects simultaneously across various brands. The intern will participate in brainstorms, input production calendars into project management systems and organize video assets, among other tasks. The 12-week internship program starts in late January, offers a competitive hourly wage and involves working 16 to 24 hours per week in a hybrid capacity. The deadline to apply is Sunday, Oct. 20. Apply through the Warner Bros. Discovery careers portal.
CNN: Newsgathering is at the heart of what CNN does for its audience on television and digital. Working in the Los Angeles bureau of CNN the newsgathering intern will work closely with the producers, editors, and reporters in the process of collecting, reporting, writing, and editing news content for the network’s different platforms. The position will put the successful candidate at the center of the news on the West Coast and introduce them to the reporting process at a leading global news organization. PLEASE NOTE: The Intern must be available to come into CNN’s LA office for three full 8-hour days between Monday-Friday. Applications are due by Sunday, Oct. 20. Apply through Warner Bros. Discover Careers.
Fox Sports: The Fox Internship Program offers an exciting opportunity for you to gain practical experience while interning for one of the biggest sports, media, and entertainment companies in the world. Fox Sports includes the sports television arm of the Fox Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes; as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including http://FOXSports.com and the Fox Sports App. In. this paid internship, you will have the opportunity to participate in real-world projects, which provides valuable work experience and leadership skills. Applications are due Sunday, Nov. 24. Apply through Fox Careers.
Los Angeles Angels: The Los Angeles Angels are looking for resourceful and eager candidates to fill Internships in the following departments: communications, community relations, sponsorship services and special events. The rate of pay for this position is $16.50 an hour, and some internships begin as early as January 2025. Learn more, and apply, through teamworkonline.
Los Angeles Times: The Los Angeles Times’ spring internship is structured to allow students the flexibility to gain experience while continuing their education. The internship can be either part-time or full-time depending on the student’s schedule. Interns can start between January and March. Last spring, interns were paid $18.50 an hour. The entire internship is a total of 400 hours, which is equal to a 10-week internship at 40 hours a week or a 20-week internship at 20 hours a week. Applicants for the reporting positions must have a valid driver’s license and access to a car in good working condition. (A car is not required for the Editorial Pages.) The application deadline to is Nov. 15. Apply through Los Angeles Times Careers.
Legendary Entertainment: Legendary is seeking an intern to assist its fast-paced Nerdist Editorial department. Nerdist Editorial oversees the daily operations and long-term editorial strategy of Nerdist.com. In addition to working closely with the executives and members of the team, interns will have the opportunity to attend guest speaker sessions, networking events and screenings. This is a paid internship based in Burbank. Applications are due Oct. 18. Learn more about the internship on LinkedIn.
Miller Ink: Miller Ink, a rapidly expanding public relations firm, is seeking highly motivated interns skilled in writing, proofreading, research, content development, social media, and project management. All interns will receive exposure to, and experience in, a wide variety of communications projects and will work with prominent advocacy groups, businesses, and nonprofits. This is a part-time position in West Los Angeles, which does require time in office. Regular hours are required but can be set according to the intern’s schedule. Interns receive hourly pay and are expected to work 25-35 hours a week depending on schedule. Learn more, and apply, through LinkedIn.
Summer 2025 (Updated 12/09/2024)
CBS News Internships: The CBS News Summer Internship Program offers endless ways to explore careers through an immersive 10-week, well-rounded paid program in Los Angeles that encourages journalism students to bring their passions and insights to work. Most importantly, the program acts as a pipeline for future opportunities. CBS News is the news and information division of CBS, dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. You must be available to intern full-time for 10 weeks total starting in June. The deadline to apply is Dec. 31, 2024. Learn more and apply through the Paramount Careers portal.
The Scripps Howard Fund: The Scripps Howard Fund is accepting internship applications for its nonprofit newsrooms program through Friday, Jan. 31. Scripps Howard Fund partners with 13 different Institute for Nonprofit News member newsrooms around the country to place dynamic interns into paid positions for 10 weeks during the summer 2025. You search the list of newsrooms here. Learn more about the internships at the Scripps Howard site.
H/Advisors Abernathy: A leading strategic communications advisor, H/Advisors Abernathy is providing paid summer internship opportunities in its New York, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., offices. This 10-week paid summer program focuses on providing insight into the world of strategic communications through introductions to our key practice areas, the opportunity to work with client teams on intricate, business critical issues and training on the advanced tools and practices that power our business. The program begins June 2, 2025, and continues through August 8, 2025. To apply, email both a cover letter and your resume to internships-abernathy@h-advisors.global, specifying the office in which you are interested. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
ASME: The American Society of Magazine Editors Internship Program offers paid internships for 10 weeks at magazines and websites in New York and Washington. The program begins with three days of orientation. ASME interns then report, write, fact check and copy edit for print and online publications. Applications are due Jan. 7, 2025. Learn more on the ASME internship program website.
Fox Sports: The Fox Internship Program offers an exciting opportunity for you to gain practical experience in journalism or public relations. You will have the opportunity to participate in real-world projects, which provides valuable work experience and leadership skills. Applications are due Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025. Learn more on Fox Careers.
Hyundai Motor America: The journey of a Summer Intern in HMA Marketing & Social Marketing offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of automotive social media. As you contribute to the evolution of Hyundai’s digital presence, you’ll not only learn what drives daily decisions but also grasp the essence of consumer behavior online. This role isn’t just about tasks; it’s about shaping experiences and building connections. The successful candidate will be available for a full-time paid internship from June to August 2025. Learn more on the Hyundai careers site.
KCAL News: Start your career at the forefront of culture and conversation and work for an iconic brand. The CBS Summer Internship Program offers endless ways to explore careers through an immersive 10-week, well-rounded paid program that encourages students to bring their passions and insights to work. Most importantly, the program acts as a pipeline for future opportunities. This internship is 100% onsite at in KCAL’s Studio City location. KCAL News plans segments, builds newscast graphics and shoots, writes and edits content for air. Interns are responsible to provide their own transportation to and from stories and events. The application deadline is Dec. 31, 2024. Learn more and apply through the Paramount Careers portal.
NBC News: The NBCUniversal Internship Program allows students to contribute to big projects in meaningful ways. Internships are available with NBC News, Telemundo and affiliated stations. These paid internships include robust networking, learning and development opportunities; complimentary Peacock subscription during your internship; and free admission to Universal Parks during your internship. The application deadline is Dec. 6. Learn more on the NBCUniversal Internship Program website.
San Diego Padres: The summer internship program with the San Diego Padres is an extraordinary opportunity to gain hands-on experience in community relations, marketing and more at a first-class organization. Recruitment for the Summer Internship Program positions starts in the winter, and the selection process is highly competitive. The 10-week program starts in June. Learn more through the Major League Baseball website.
Television Academy Foundation: The Foundation offers paid eight-week full-time internships in broadcast journalism, entertainment news, public relations and more. Interns receive weekly evening professional development, including panels with television industry leaders, customized seminars on building their brand and navigating the job market ahead. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025. Learn more through the Foundation’s internship section.