Internships at APA- Film Editing Intern – APA Child and Adolescent Learning and Well-being

Film Editing Intern – APA Child and Adolescent Learning and Well-being

Location: Remote
Internship Type: Part-time, unpaid (academic credit available)
Duration: Spring 2027

About the Role:

The American Psychological Association (APA) is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Film Editing Intern to support the development of short-form educational, informational, and marketing videos. These videos aim to communicate psychological science in ways that promote child and adolescent learning, development, and well-being.

This is a great opportunity for students passionate about storytelling, education, and media production to gain hands-on experience in a mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Edit short videos using APA-provided footage, graphics, and audio
• Collaborate with APA staff to shape compelling narratives from interviews and research content
• Add titles, transitions, and basic motion graphics to enhance viewer engagement
• Ensure final videos are optimized for web and social media platforms
• Assist with organizing and archiving video assets

Ideal Candidates Are:

• Students studying Film, Television and Digital Media, Art and Design, Journalism, or Recording Arts and Production
• Proficient in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro)
• Comfortable working with audio, B-roll, and interview footage
• Organized, communicative, and open to feedback

Preferred Skills (Not Required):

• Experience with motion graphics or animation
• Familiarity with captioning and accessibility standards
• Interest in educational or nonprofit media

Job Location - Remote: APA internships may be considered for remote work eligibility as defined in APA’s Flexible Work Policy and are subject to approval. Remote work interns may not work from the following states or U.S. territories: Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, U.S. Virgin Islands, Washington, Wyoming.

To apply for our internship program, click on the “Apply Now” button. APA requests a cover letter and resume as attachments with all applications. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we request that students combine all application materials into one document (i.e. PDF) before submitting their application. Please note that we are not able to acknowledge each applicant; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you have any questions, please email internship@apa.org.

Final candidates will be required to successfully complete a background check as a condition of employment. Any required consent forms and additional information will be provided during the final stages of the hiring process.

The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law.