Thirteen’s local programming department offers a unique opportunity to get hands on experience in TV production working on New York Voices, Sunday Arts, Reel 13, Reel New York, Thirteen Forum, and Inside Trenton.

Interns work directly with show producers carrying out duties including but not limited to:

-Assisting on shoots
-Logging and time coding field tapes
-Story, photo, and footage research
-Performing everyday administrative tasks and special projects
-Maintaining our tape library
-shooting and editing for the web

Interns are hired for three cycles per year: Fall, Spring, and Summer.

If you would like to apply, please submit a cover letter in the body of an email explaining your background, career goals, availability, and why you want to intern with us. Attach a resume to the email, and send to Kevin Alexander at alexanderk@thirteen.org.

Please familiarize yourself with our productions before applying.

Deadlines for applying
Fall: August 1
Spring: November 15
Summer: March 1

(Late applications will be considered under certain circumstances.)

The internship pays a $10 per day stipend. Each intern works for part of the week, and in some situations hours can be arranged around a person’s work or class schedule.

Many applicants are students who earn credit for this internship, but all candidates are encouraged to apply. Prior experience is a plus, but not a requirement. You should have a strong interest in TV production.