Broadcast Research Internship

GBH

. Work closely with NOVA broadcast television editorial staff, including the Science Editor, Associate Researchers, and Producers .

Posted 10/13/2026part-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesEntry Level💰 $17 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong research and writing skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively on multiple projects within a broadcast television environment. Possesses a solid understanding of science storytelling and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Strong Research SkillsStrong Writing SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention To DetailSelf-Motivation

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Soft Skills

Ability To Work With OthersAbility To Work On DeadlinesInterest In ScienceInterest In TechnologyInterest In ResearchInterest In Communications

Industry Keywords

Broadcast TelevisionFilm ProjectsDocumentary Interview SourcesEditorial MeetingsScience Storytelling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with NOVA broadcast television editorial staff, including the Science Editor, Associate Researchers, and Producers
Work with particular film projects throughout the semester
Participate in reviewing cuts for ongoing projects
Conduct research and development for broadcast television
Learn how NOVA approaches science storytelling from beginning to end
Fact-check film scripts
Research storylines for upcoming programs
Identify potential documentary interview sources
Review films for potential acquisition
Review past films for rebroadcast
Participate in editorial meetings
Develop ideas for future programs
Assist other teams as needed
Provide perspectives in the cover letter related to knowledge, experiences, or views on science's impact

Requirements

What you’ll need

Candidates must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
Candidates must have work authorization for the United States
Candidates must have their own computer and access to Wi-Fi
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
Availability for the January 25 to April 16 internship period
Part-time availability for 20 hours per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid internship at $17/hour
Valuable work experience and real-world knowledge across fields of study
Opportunities to learn about digital video production, media rights and licensing, and audience development
Remote or hybrid work arrangement