Frontline Editorial Internship –Spring 2027

WGBH Educational Foundation; United States; Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or Hybrid

Paid internship

Job summary

GBH’s FRONTLINE internship offers hands-on learning in documentary production, with access to broadcast and journalism professionals for long-format investigations.

The internship runs January 25 through April 16. Candidates must be enrolled in undergrad or grad programs in the United States, have work authorization, and provide their own computer and Wi-Fi. This hybrid/remote role accepts flexible onsite requirements, with a minimum of two onsite days weekly.

Qualifications

• Must be an Undergrad or Grad student in the United States.
• Must have work authorization for the United States.
• Candidates should be able to provide own computer and Wi‑Fi.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research
• Assist with the story submission review process
• Maintain the series library
• Field producer and viewer inquiries

Skills

Research & writing

Strong work ethic

Independence

Fast-paced

Education

Undergrad or Grad student in US

Job description

GBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives. At GBH, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are hybrid and work both from home and onsite. Our current hybrid approach requires staff to work onsite a minimum of two days each week, every Tuesday and Wednesday, Hybrid staff are also welcome to come in additional days each week or may be asked to come in on other days by their manager.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Since 1983, FRONTLINE has served as PBS's flagship public affairs program. For over 40 seasons, FRONTLINE has established itself as America’s premiere investigative documentary journalism series, through incisive films covering the scope and complexity of the human experience. The FRONTLINE editorial team oversees the production of roughly 20 programs each season.

JOB OVERVIEW

FRONTLINE is seeking an intellectually curious and hardworking student eager to learn and assist with the process of making a documentary program. This internship is an opportunity to work with broadcast and journalism professionals, to learn the intricacies of producing long-format investigative documentary television.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct research
• Assist with the story submission review process
• Maintain the series library
• Field producer and viewer inquiries

SKILLSET

• Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills
• A stellar work ethic
• The ability to work independently and take initiative
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment

JOB-STATUS

Paid Internship $17/hour (Part-time)

LOCATION

This position can be Remote or Hybrid, (One Guest Street, Brighton, MA 02135).

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

GBH internships provide students with valuable work experience and real-world knowledge across many different fields of study, from TV and radio production to web design, accounting, law, and other administrative areas.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Internship dates: January 25th - April 16th Candidates must have their own computer and access to Wi-Fi. Candidates must be in an Undergrad or Grad program and have work authorization for the United States. To learn more about our program follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gbhinterns/

Salary Range

$17.00 - $17.00 Compensation offered within this range is determined by skills, experience and internal pay equity.

Application Process Assistance

GBH will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate an accommodation request, contact the Human Resource department by sending an email to [e-mail] or by calling 617-300-2000.

GBH is an equal opportunity employer. The community and audience we serve are diverse, and we wish to foster that diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, GBH does not discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment, or promotion based on race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GBH is the leading multiplatform creator for public media in America. As the largest producer of content for PBS and partner to NPR and PRX, GBH delivers compelling experiences, stories and information to audiences wherever they are. GBH produces digital and broadcast programming that engages, illuminates and inspires, through drama and science, history, arts, culture and journalism. It is the creator of such signature programs as MASTERPIECE, ANTIQUES ROADSHOW, FRONTLINE, NOVA, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE, Arthur and Molly of Denali and a catalog of streaming series, podcasts and on-demand video. GBH’s television channels include GBH 2, GBH 44, GBH Kids and national services WORLD and Create. With studios and a newsroom headquartered in Boston, GBH reaches across New England with GBH 89.7, Boston’s Local NPR; CRB Classical 99.5; and CAI, the Cape and Islands NPR station. Dedicated to making media accessible to and inclusive of our diverse culture, GBH is a pioneer in delivering media to those who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind and visually impaired. GBH creates curriculum-based digital content for educators nationwide with PBS LearningMedia and has been recognized with hundreds of the nation’s premier broadcast, digital and journalism awards. Find more information at gbh.org.