Paid Intern - Digital Early Learning Education

This is a Part Time Paid Internship

PAID INTERNSHIP
Position Title: Digital Early Learning Intern

Department: Early Learning Education

Supervisor: Digital Producer, Education

Classification: Temporary, Part-Time (20-30 hours), Non-Exempt

Duration: July 28, 2025 – October 17, 2025

Location: Burbank, CA and Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid)

Compensation: $18.00/ hourly

Work with a Purpose!

PBS SoCal is looking for a Digital Early Learning Intern to turn pixels into powerful learning moments! Join our Early Learning Team to create content that inspires young minds across Southern California. Apply and submit your cover letter today!

About PBS SoCal

PBS SoCal tells stories that matter through original programs that reflect the diversity of the region and the full schedule of trusted PBS SoCal programs. Our content channels are available for free on internet-connected screens, including six local broadcast channels and one national satellite channel.

A donor-supported community institution, PBS SoCal sparks the sharing of ideas at in-person cultural events and community conversations as well as delivers social impact through services that prepare our most vulnerable children for school.

Job Overview

The Education Department at PBS SoCal seeks an intern to join our Early Learning Team. This role will support the organization’s programming and initiatives for families and children ages 2-8, with a specific focus on developing digital resources, including but not limited to social, website, YouTube and app content. This internship will primarily be remote, though travel to our Burbank and/or Costa Mesa offices, as well as community partner sites in Los Angeles and Orange County should be expected.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of PBS SoCal's family and children's programming initiatives and content strategy
• Analyze internal curricula and educational frameworks to ensure alignment with production objectives
• Contribute creative concepts for digital content development and provide constructive feedback on projects in various stages of production
• Support all phases of digital content creation, including pre-production planning, on-set assistance, and post-production tasks
• Collect, organize, and interpret performance metrics across digital platforms to inform content strategy decisions
• Facilitate engaging interactions between families, children, and PBS SoCal's educational media through program activities
• Participate in strategic team meetings and collaborative planning sessions as schedule permits
• Execute additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned by the department leadership

Qualifications:
• Demonstrated experience interacting with children and/or families in educational or community settings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in an accessible manner
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and take initiative with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated adaptability and enthusiasm for embracing new projects, technologies, and creative challenges
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English, including the ability to create content in both languages (preferred)
• Foundational knowledge of early childhood development principles and age-appropriate learning strategies(preferred)

Requirements:
• At least 18 years of age
• Available for a minimum of 20 hours per week with occasional nights/weekends event support
• Reliable transportation access for travel to outreach and in-person meetings and events

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, it is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools,

or controls reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is also required to stand and walk. The

employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The working conditions are primarily in a general office or home setting. However, the position will require regular off-site travel to team meetings and community partner locations as necessary. Depending on the position, job duties, and subject to the discretion of the company, the position may be telecommuting eligible in whole or part (Please see the telecommuting policy and telecommuting agreement for additional information concerning telecommuting terms and work environment.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

PBS SoCal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.