PBSBooks Intern _ Unpaid

Who We Are:

Detroit PBS is the largest and most watched public television station serving Southeastern Michigan, the most diverse public television audience in the country. We’re also the state’s only community-licensed station, meaning we operate independent of any educational, government or other institution. Our funding comes from the community we serve. 

Each week more than two million people watch our five broadcast channels, and nearly 200,000 people listen to our radio station, 90.9 WRCJ for classical days and jazzy nights. In addition, Detroit PBS is building the next generation of public media with our rapidly growing digital presence that has grown to reach more than half a million unique visitors through our website, YouTube channels and social media platforms each month. 

Our key values: diversity, engagement, trust, innovation, excellence, financial stability, and growth are evident in everything we do from the engaging content we provide, to the way we work with viewers, supporters, board members and employees to the local events we host connecting Detroit PBS with thousands of our fellow community members each year. 

Does the idea of building your career alongside a dedicated group of professionals with different backgrounds and experiences excite you? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to provide public media that helps individuals discover new ideas, make informed decisions, and enjoy enriched lives. 

We are actively pursuing a dynamic and diverse team member to join us in the role of PBS Books Intern in Wixom, MI.

What You’ll Do:

The PBS Books Intern reports to the PBS Books Producer. This role provides support across the PBS Books department and its various programs, program series and initiatives. The intern will assist with project coordination and tracking, database and information management, social media and promotional content development, communications and writing projects, as well as production and post-production support.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects and deliverables in a fast-paced environment. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across several areas of digital media production, including program development, project management, communications, audience engagement, social media and content production.

Essential Functions May Include:

• Support the PBS Books Producer to maintain and organize records and databases related to PBS Books programs, productions, partners and other department initiatives.
• Provide research support for upcoming programs, themes, authors, guests and other department initiatives as needed.
• Assist with productions and post-production projects as needed, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience supporting the development and execution of PBS Books content.
• Support the development and drafting of social media content and promotional messaging for PBS Books programs and initiatives.
• Support communications and audience engagement efforts surrounding PBS Books programs and events. 
• Attend and participate in weekly PBS Books meetings and other relevant planning meetings.
• Provide general administrative and project support to the PBS Books team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Excellent written, oral and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, including the ability to track multiple projects, deadlines and deliverables simultaneously.
• Ability to organize, manage and accurately maintain information across databases, spreadsheets and other project management systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other standard workplace productivity tools.
• Familiarity with project management, database or organizational tools is preferred.
• Strong online research skills.
• Familiarity with Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and other social media platforms is preferred.
• Interest in books, media, public media, publishing, digital content, libraries or community engagement is a plus.

Qualifications:

• Enrollment in a university or vocational tech training program.
• Pursuing a communications, library science, marketing, or related degree.
• Ability and willingness to work mandatory 20 hours per week, minimum 3 days, with a 16 week commitment.

What You’ll Get:

• Opportunities to participate in personal and professional development programs.
• Opportunities to serve our mission and community.
• Great work environment.

Intern applicants must be currently enrolled at a college or university, or have recently (within past 6 months) graduated with a relevant degree.  The internship program is unpaid and focused on education and training.   

*No telephone calls or third parties. 

Detroit Public Media, d/b/a Detroit PBS and 90.9 WRCJ, is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability status, marital status, military status, or protected veteran status. Employment decisions at Detroit PBS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.  The specific statements above are not intended to be all inclusive.