NOVA Internship

Position Overview

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. NOVA is the most popular primetime science series on American television, demystifying the scientific and technological concepts that shape and define our lives, our planet, and our universe. NOVA's important and inspiring stories of human ingenuity, exploration, and the quest for knowledge are regularly recognized with the industry’s most prestigious awards.

Interns work closely with the editorial staff of NOVA’s broadcast television program, including the Science Editor, Researcher, and Producers. Interns work with particular film projects throughout the semester and are invited to join in reviewing cuts for all ongoing projects. Interns gain experience in research and development for broadcast television and learn how NOVA approaches science storytelling from beginning to end. They’ll also have opportunities to learn from NOVA staff about a range of topics including digital video production, media rights and licensing, and audience development.

Employment Type

Part-time

Internship Program Details

• Dates: September 15th to December 5th.
• Candidates must have their own computer and access to Wifi.

Responsibilities

• Fact-check film scripts
• Research storylines for upcoming programs
• Identify potential sources to interview for documentaries
• Review films for potential acquisition
• Review past films for rebroadcast
• Participate in editorial meetings
• Develop ideas for future programs
• Assist other teams as needed

Skill Set

• Strong research skills
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivation
• Ability to work with others
• Ability to work on deadlines
• Interest in science, technology, research, and communications
• Ability to juggle multiple projects

Job Status

• Paid Internship: $17/hour (Part-time, 20 hr/wk)

Company Information

GBH is committed to diversity and inclusiveness in all its work, from the production process to the range of stories we tell and voices we feature. As part of its mission to make the scientific enterprise accessible to all, NOVA is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. Diversity of perspective matters among staff too, as our work in some way reflects our collective experiences and identities.

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 one other day, to be determined by their business unit. 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.

More information about NOVA can be found at pbs.org/nova, or by following NOVA on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Application Instructions

In your cover letter, please tell us a bit about the perspectives you would bring to the job, perhaps related to your knowledge, identity, experiences, or anything else you feel shapes the way you see the world.